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: Good, but not quite a classic
Summary: 4 Stars
I enjoyed the book for the most part; it is good and written for an intelligent audience. However, I wouldn't call the book a classic, although it has the potential. I think that it could have had some more careful editing. There are several instances where the book contradicts itself. For example, the sea chest that Nick finds, which has traveled thru time, seems to become newer while in his possession, yet Lord Hawke's children remain the same age, despite having been missing for five years. In chapter 15, Lord Hawke tells Nick that he has brought them da Vinci's time machine in the sea chest. How does he know? In the next chapter, after they open the sea chest, he asks Hobbes if the time machine is in there or not. In chapter 33, Hobbes says a prayer for "Hawke, Nick, and Gunner, still visitors in another century." Again, how does he know they are still there? He himself has been gone. In the next paragraph, he is relieved upon his return that signs show that Hawke is not at home and expecting him. It would have been better to simply change the order of those two paragraphs.
I know that as a fiction/fantasy book there are instances of suspended reality, but things should still make sense and mesh well. That, to me, is the sign of a true classic.
Book Review: Great Book for all ages
Summary: 5 Stars
I was stuck in bed for 2 days following surgery and had enjoyed reading the rest of Ted Bell's books, so I though I would give Nick of Time a try even though I am well into my 20's. I was supposed to get a lot of sleep, but unfortunately I could not put Nick of Time down!!! It is so refreshing to read a book that supports strong morals and reminds readers of how important heros are. I think this book is just the best!!!Book Review: Great Fun For Kids of All Ages
Summary: 5 Stars
Although this is primarily written as a 'young readers' book, it is an adventure that will appeal to a wide audience.
I don't read a lot in this genre, but I am glad that my attention was captured by this one. As with many adults, I read the whole Harry Potter series and enjoyed it. This is much better. It is Ted Bell's debut in writing this type of book, and what a start it is.
It features 12 year old Nick McIver and his younger sister, Kate. The setting is in the Channel Islands in 1939 just before the outbreak of World War II. There is time travel involved so there is also action during the Napoleonic Wars in the early 1800s.
Nick lives on a small island. His father is the lighthouse keeper on Greybeard Island who is also actively observing and reporting Nazi ship and aircraft movements. The boy has a sloop to enjoy and is quite a sailor already at his young age.
This novel involves pirates, Nazis, time travel, fighting, historical figures such as Admiral Lord Nelson and Winston Churchill, and lots of action. It would be a great gift for teens, pre-teens, or anyone young at heart. Highly recommended!
Book Review: Great Read for all ages!
Summary: 5 Stars
What an incredible book! Read it in about 14 hours in two days last week. It's a good thing we were traveling a long distance and I wasn't driving!
I am now reading Nick to my daughters a chapter a night at bedtime. They are voracious readers, too. They gladly give up some of their nightly reading time to listen to your book. What a great experience for us. They don't like it when we get to the end of a chapter! And not just because it's time for lights out.
I have recommended Nick of Time to several friends. And will continue to do so.
Book Review: Great gift for the grandson.
Summary: 5 Stars
I can't give a review of the book because I bought it for my grandson who is nine. What I can do is tell you that he loved the book.