Nick of Time (Nick McIver Time Adventures) by Ted Bell Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Nick of Time (Nick McIver Time Adventures)
Book Review: A good yarn for your grandson
Summary: 4 Stars
Ted Bell has gifted his young hero, Nick, with a family and lifestyle that any red blooded boy would envy. The story holds together well, and youngster holds his own against malice and evil adults scattered about in time. I found the dialog a little much for my 8 year old, but will try him again when he is closer to 10. I think 10 to 14 years of age would be the prime targets for a good read such as this. By the way, Nick's little sister is a gem.Book Review: A solid choice
Summary: 4 Stars
I liked this book a lot. It was a mixture of some of my favorite kinds of books. The characters were well done and the plot was exciting. There were a lot of twists and turns and holding my breath.
It was a bit bloodier than I thought it would be. I wouldn't read it to young children, probably 12 on up. It deals with the reality of war - it's not pleasant but the author doesn't dwell on it and make it disgusting. There is also a really bad guy and he does mean things and causes pain to many people so sensitive kids may not like it.
I will recommend this to my sons when they're a little older. And I'd readily recommend it to all of my adult friends as it was a fantastic book.
*taken from my review at goodreads
Book Review: An Instant Classic!!
Summary: 5 Stars
Wow. This book blew me away. And not just to sea, either. It is an epic adventure story told
in a way that will remind older readers of books like Treasure Island and Jules Verne's classics.
I've read all of Ted Bell's adult books at least once (one of them three times!) and have loved everyone of them. I was a little skeptical about this author going into the younger reader area, but I was dead wrong.
This book, I believe, is destined to be a classic. In fact, it may be one already.
Book Review: Best Children's Read
Summary: 5 Stars
This book, by far, is the best children's book my 9 year old son and I have ever read. He thinks it is better than Halo and wants to keep the book to pass down to his own children! We are really enjoying this beautifully written book. I heard about it from News Commentator, Glenn Beck. He definately nailed it, when he recommended this wonderful story!Book Review: Christian Parents Might Want To Read This First....
Summary: 4 Stars
I am a 28 year old female who grew up reading everything I could get my hands on. I heard about this book on a radio talk show as they were interviewing the author. I am about to start my own family, and one more good book is always a welcome addition to my future youngster's library.
I purchased the book and read it in as few settings as I had time for. It's surprisingly long for a kid's book but it's hard to put down once you start! I loved the way it pulls you in from the first page to the last, and it really has something for everyone who likes adventure. Even my mother who really isn't that fond of adventure stories could hardly put it down!
One problem parents with Christian standards will have, there are a few places where they use some mildly foul language (mainly "D" and I believe there was an "H" or two, just not necessary, especially for children). I just kept a black pen next to me and took care of it no problem. I think the book is worth a little parental editing because the lessons taught and imagination procured in this book are well worth the effort.