Bestselling Author and Christian Publisher Deliver Adventure that Keeps Young Readers on the Edge of their Seat
Zondervan, a world leader in Christian communications, has teamed up with bestselling author Bryan Davis to release its first young adult (YA) suspense series, Echoes from the Edge, an all new, thrilling, fantasy epic. The first book of the series, Beyond the Reflection's Edge, will be released in May 2008, in time for the popular summer reading season.
The young adult fiction genre has maintained its strength and grown amid a challenging market. Drawing inspiration from fantasy writers such as C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien, Bryan Davis has become one of the leading contemporary writers in the YA category. His novels enthrall readers with young, but strong, protagonists and storylines that teens have a difficult time putting down.
"Bryan Davis is renowned for his vivid storytelling and the rich personalities of his characters that help readers find victory in Christ," says Alicia Mey, a vice president of marketing at Zondervan. "Beyond the Reflection's Edge is intense from the start -- an imaginative and contemporary thriller that is yet another example of his seemingly endless creative works of art."
In Beyond the Reflection's Edge, 16-year-old Nathan Shepherd's life is turned upside down when he finds his parents have been murdered. Determined to solve the mystery of his parent's death, Nathan and his friend Kelly gather evidence with the help of a strange, supernatural mirror left behind by Nathan's father.
As their investigation continues, Nathan and Kelly discover dark forces that may have been involved with the murder. With danger lurking around every corner, the two are faced with spiritually trying situations causing them to realize nothing is as it seems, and even mirrors tell lies.
Bryan Davis is the author of the bestselling fantasy series Dragons in Our Midst. His use of spiritual parallels and symbolism to engage teen readers has led to sales of more than 300,000 books. Davis' writing style satisfies those seeking a suspenseful, investigative adventure that exposes new worldly dimensions that are hiding, or leak into our real world, and each story is aligned with a deep spiritual message.
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What authors are saying about Beyond the Reflection's Edge by Bryan Davis:
"Action, intrigue, and take-home value -- the very essence of a powerful story and...the defining characteristics of Bryan Davis's new novel: Beyond the Reflection's Edge. Davis ratchets up the intensity right from the start, grabs you by the throat, and draws you into 16-year-old Nathan Shepherd's world, a world where nothing is quite what it seems. Readers will white-knuckle through the pages until the stirring conclusion where, at last, they can exhale."
~ Wayne Thomas Batson
Author of The Door Within Trilogy, Isle of Swords, and Isle of Fire
"Beyond the Reflection's Edge is a suspense thriller, packed with action and adventure that hurtles along at top speed from beginning to end."
~ L.B. Graham
Author of The Binding of the Blade series
Beyond the Reflection's Edge (ISBN: 0-310-71554-7) can be purchased in May 2008 at retailers nationwide for $12.99 or for more information, go to www.zondervan.com.
I had the great privilege of pre-reading this book. I am not allowed to spoil the surprise, so I will only say that after being enthralled by the world Bryan Davis created in Dragons in Our Midst and expanded upon in Oracles of Fire, I eagerly anticipated his new series, Echoes from the Edge. The characters, like those in his first two series, are realistic, relatable teens that readers of all ages can identify with. I see echoes of myself in Daryl, who constently alludes to and quotes from such favorite fantasies as Lord of the Rings and Narnia, as well as The Wizard of Oz.
My good intentions to read only a chapter of Beyond the Reflection's Edge daily evaporated. I read the whole book in less than four hours. The first chapter contained more emotion and action than some books ever reach. From there, the story builds in depth and action to an extraordinary conclusion. Unlike some books, Beyond the Reflection's Edge yields more excitement with each re-reading. I can't wait for the next installment
Posted by: Galadriel | May 09, 2008 at 06:43 PM
Bryan Davis has done it again! Beyond the Refection's Edge is an incredible tale of fantasy and adventure filled with action, suspense, humor, and the power of love. I loved the captivating way the author blends in music with the story and the mirrors and different dimensions were enchanting. The vivid characters kept me rooting for more and I felt as I was in the story beside Nathan, Kelly, and his parents. It kept me on the edge of my seat until I turned the last page. This is one book that you will not want to miss! I can't wait to see what other mysteries Bryan Davis has in store during the rest of the series. I recommend it to all teens.
Posted by: Shae | June 02, 2008 at 06:04 PM
In most books the first few chapters are just leading up to the story and it takes a while before you get into the book. That's NOT how it is with Beyond the Reflection's Edge!
The book kicks off in the very first chapter with more action than some books ever get into and gets even better from there. Once you start reading it you won't be able to stop! Whether you find reading fun or not you will definitely enjoy this book. I was up all night reading it!
Posted by: Shiloh | June 16, 2008 at 07:28 PM
It is extremely inspiring to find inspiring books for Young Adults such as "Beyond the Reflection's Edge". When I was a young adult, the main books for young adults were the Hardy Boys series and the Nancy Drew series. But today's young people have so much to contend with, and so much more turmoil in their lives, it is wonderful to find novels that are truly inspirational to today's youth and give them heroes worth rooting for.
J.A. Fulkerson
Author, For Love of Teddy
Posted by: J. A. Fulkerson | August 06, 2008 at 07:37 PM