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ABOUT THE BOOK
Boy Between Worlds: The Novice Collector
Written by Cynthia C. Huijgens
Ages 8-12 | 187 Pages
Publisher: Idle Time Press | ISBN-13: 9781732925847
Publisher’s Synopsis: On his thirteenth birthday, Max Mead wakes up battered and bruised in the villa of his grandfather, a famous antiquities expert, in Cairo. He has a hard time remembering how he got there, but slowly details of his quest to locate his missing grandfather begin to emerge. But the Lieutenant, leader of a ruthless antiquities trafficking gang, has left Max with more than a few nasty bruises.
PURCHASE LINKS
Amazon: https://amzn.to/3e7LWRz
Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/2078/9781732925847
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Cynthia C. Huijgens writes for children of all ages, including children’s picture books. She holds a BA in Art and Design, Masters in Education, and is a certified K-12 Art Teacher. Cynthia graduated from Simon Fraser University’s The Writer’s Studio.
For more information, visit https://www.idletimepress.com.
TOUR SCHEDULE
| Monday, December 6, 2021The Children’s Book Review A book review of Boy Between Worlds: The Novice Collector |
| Tuesday, December 7, 2021Over Coffee Conversations A guest article by Cynthia C. Huijgens |
| Wednesday, December 8, 2021Barbara Ann Mojica’s Blog A book review of Boy Between Worlds: The Novice Collector |
| Thursday, December 9, 2021The Fairview Review A book review of Boy Between Worlds: The Novice Collector |
| Friday, December 10, 2021Glass of Wine, Glass of Milk A book review of Boy Between Worlds: The Novice Collector |
| Monday, December 13, 2021Life Is What It’s Called A book review of Boy Between Worlds: The Novice Collector |
| Tuesday, December 14, 2021Tales of A Wanna-Be SuperHero Mom An activity to pair with Boy Between Worlds: The Novice Collector |
| Wednesday, December 15, 2021Book Bug CA A book review of Boy Between Worlds: The Novice Collector |
| Thursday, December 16, 2021Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers A guest article by Cynthia C. Huijgens |
| Friday, December 17, 2021icefairy’s Treasure Chest A book review of Boy Between Worlds: The Novice Collector |
| Monday, December 20, 2021Lisa’s Reading A book review of Boy Between Worlds: The Novice Collector |
My Review
Max Mead is a British boy celebrating his 13th birthday with his family in Egypt. He has found his missing grandfather and is enjoying spending time with him there. He sees his future there learning more about the magical cabinet. But, his family wants to go back to England so his sister can try for a gold medal in fencing. Through the magical cabinet and other Egyptian artifacts, Max is trying to learn the secrets that Harold left behind in his notebook. Max finds the ability to travel in time comes through the ring of King Tutankhamen. Max is the novice collector of missing Egyptian treasures and longs to be a competent.
There are mysteries to solve and the evil Lieutenant to stop. With the help of Grandad, Youssef, and Kiki, Max finds the courage to aim for the “gold”. Max has struggles to overcome, because of his fear and the successful big sister that always seems to get the most attention from his parents. This book is beautifully written and is full of adventure. The book leaves you waiting for the next installment of adventures with Max.
GIVEAWAY
Enter for a chance to win a Boy Between Worlds prize pack!
One (1) grand prize winner receives:
- An autographed copy of Boy Between Worlds: The Novice Collector
- Two (2) 100% pashminas purchased from a vendor in the Khan el Kahlili, Cairo
- A custom bookmark
- An Idle Time Press t-shirt
Three (3) winners receive:
- An autographed copy of Boy Between Worlds: The Novice Collector
Sounds like an exciting read for kids! Thanks for sharing it with me and have a wonderful holiday season!
I’d love to win this giveaway because the shawls are beautiful, and the book sounds interesting.
I have always encouraged my kids and now my great grandkids to read. It opens up new worlds and roads in their imaginations. I would love to win them these books. Good reading!!
sounds like great book