Reviewed by: Michael Thal
Genre: Science Fiction/Fantasy
Approximate word count: 75-80,000 words
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Author:
An
environmental researcher and mum by day, Dr. Jennifer Ellis dabbles in the
writing craft during her free time when she isn’t joining book clubs, skiing,
or dancing ballet. Dr. Ellis lives in Rossland, British Columbia with her
husband, two sons, and a cat.
Description:
Abbey has
an IQ off the charts. She’s logical and grounded in the scientific method. So
when older brother Simon’s behavior becomes odder than normal, she and twin
brother, Caleb, follow him up Coventry Hill to a cluster of “living stones.”
Suddenly, after Simon walks over the stones, he disappears out of thin air.
That’s when everything Abbey suspected to be true about the world is thrown out
the door to be replaced by magic and witchcraft.
Appraisal:
A Pair of Docks by Jennifer Ellis is the first in a
series of books—The Derivatives of Displacement. Through the eyes of Abbey
readers are transported through time to alternate futures or perhaps universes.
The book is fast paced and keeps readers riveted whether they are teens or
adult readers.
My only
criticism of the novel is that a few threads weren’t answered and by the end of
the book, more questions popped up without resolution. This was done on
purpose, for once A Pair of Docks is
read, its sequel, A Quill Ladder, is
waiting in the wings.
Format/Typo Issues:
No issues.
Rating: **** Four Stars
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