The Fire Star: A Maven & Reeve Mystery

[T]his book didn’t leave my hands. I’m looking forward to selling The Fire Star – this middle-grade novel is great for existing fans of A.L. Tait, as well as lovers of historical fiction and adventure aged nine and up.

Dani Solomon, Books+Publishing

This middle grade fiction book is perfect for your younger readers that want a fast-paced adventure that will keep them inspired! . . . I think Maven was my favourite character because of her wit however, I really enjoyed the interaction and friendship of Maven and Reeve together. They were such a good team and the ups and downs of their disastrous predicaments were always a good laugh! . . . I’ll definitely be recommending this book to younger readers and I think it would be a great family read-along.

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The developing friendship between the two main characters is a beautiful thing to read. It unfolds with some comforting lessons for young readers . . . Note: this isn’t the book you want them to start reading right before bedtime! It will be torches under the quilt at midnight, I guarantee . . . So, big themes, memorable characters, twisty plot and a vivid sense of place all bring to mind a new kind of Potter . . . Gift a copy of The Fire Star to the young readers in your life (or even the reluctant readers – this is the kind of book that will soon reel them in). Or buy a copy for yourself. Promise that like me, you won’t be able to put it down either. I’m itching for the next book

Bron Maxabella, Mumlyfe

This intriguing mystery draws the reader in and captures their imagination as they explore this wild new world that is both known from other fantasy books, yet a completely new world that works exquisitely well for this series . . . I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am very eager for the next one in the series, which I am sure will deliver with just as much oomph and gusto.

The Book Muse

For those young people who love a good mystery, this one will not disappoint . . . This book doesn’t talk down to the reader, but leads them through a time in history and a language that may not be a familiar, but will nonetheless draw them in. All threads are pulled together at the end to give a satisfying conclusion. A great read.

Sue Mauger, Glam Adelaide