Kalifus Rising: Legends of Orkney by Alane Adams
Sam Baron just freed Orkney from the ravages of the Red Sun―but now, imprisoned by Catriona, leader of the Volgrim Witches, Sam finds the darker side of his half-god, half-witch heritage released, and he fears he might destroy what he saved. Unable to resist the witches’ enchantments, Sam has become their most potent weapon, and is leading an army of monstrous men against Skara Brae.
Sam’s only hope for salvation lies with his three best friends and a mystical artifact known as the Moon Pearl. Keely travels north in search of the pearl, while Howie prepares for the gathering onslaught. Leo seeks a powerful artifact in the underworld, and faces an ancient evil that could be an even greater threat than Catriona and her cronies.
My Thoughts:
If you have a tween that loves mythology and suspense, this book is for them! It reminds my son and I of the Percy Jackson series but more exciting and for older tweens! This book is not just about mythology, it brings the magic of friendship to life! Without Sam’s 3 best buddies, he would have been condemned to darkness for eternity! The dialogue brings the whole story to life. Combined with the detailed descriptions of every scene, you don’t just read it, you EXPERIENCE it!
My son is still reading it and can’t put it down. It has everything a tween boy loves- action, suspense, darkness and more! He gives it 2 thumbs up!
What others have to say about Kalifus Rising:
“This novel may appeal to young readers who have enjoyed other ‘chosen one’ fantasy stories: It moves along at a speedy clip, and preteens will likely identify with Sam’s anger and frustration with the world . . . it’s a high fantasy tale that maintains a quick pace…”
―Kirkus Reviews
“Alane Adams is the brilliant mind behind the Legends of Orkney series . . . Adams’ knowledge of the Norse myths lends itself to an intricate story full of legend and mysticism . . . For Percy Jackson fans.”
―Hypable
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About the Author:
Alane Adams is an author, professor, and literacy advocate. She is the author of the Legends of Orkney fantasy mythology series for tweens and The Coal Thief, a picture book for early-grade readers. She lives in Southern California.
Her passion for literacy and children came together when her 12-year-old son Alex challenged her to write a book he could read. She began writing the Legends of Orkney book series and hasn’t stopped writing since that day. In addition, she also has a new picture book coming out, The Coal Thief, based on stories from my father’s life growing up in Pennsylvania at the turn of the century.
