“Eclipsed by Shadow is an epic history of horses, complete with time travel, and educational material, but best of all, it is strong historical fiction.” ~Tyler Tichelaar, “The Marquette Trilogy”
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Anyone who loves horses or history will love “Eclipsed by Shadow” – Tyler Tichelaar
December 8th, 2008 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
“Eclipsed by Shadow”: New Hardback Edition
October 20th, 2008 · Press Releases: Eclipsed by Shadow
Micron Press is pleased to announce the release of the new library hardback edition of Eclipsed by Shadow, the first volume of the new historical adventure trilogy, The Legend of the Great Horse.
[Read more →]MBR: Eclipsed by Shadow is “Sure to Please”
October 12th, 2008 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
Eclipsed by Shadow is a new fantasy that is sure to please fantasy fans and horse fanatics alike. ~ Midwest Book Review
[Read more →]Legend Sends Girl on Time-Travel Journey
September 18th, 2008 · Press Releases: Eclipsed by Shadow
Author John Royce spent considerable time studying the historical role of horses in cultures throughout the world–from food for prehistoric man to their role in warfare and sport. Readers will find themselves caught up in both the instructive history and the fascinating historical episodes Meagan and Promise witness. The novel’s sequels will be eagerly awaited.
[Read more →]Lots of Horsepower Here! – Free Lance Star
September 9th, 2008 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
“Though there is some graphic violence, there’s also a good read within its pages. Young adults will learn about how horses have been used throughout the ages and a good bit of world history. They’ll also find themselves engrossed in Meagan’s adventures.” ~Laura L. Hutchinson, Free Lance-Star
[Read more →]An Adventure Young & Old will Love to Read – Rebecca’s Reads
August 9th, 2008 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
Eclipsed by Shadow is an adventure about the love of horses that young and old will love to read. The history of the horse is only part of the book. Meagan’s interaction with the people of each era is amazing to read … The book will pull you in to the darkness of history and not let you stop reading until you get to the end. ~ Allison King, Rebecca’s Reads
[Read more →]“A Magical Story for Young & Old” – Reader Views
June 21st, 2008 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
“Eclipsed by Shadow is a magical horse story that is suitable for both teenagers and adults alike.” ~ Wendy Cleveland, Reader Views
[Read more →]Saddle Up for a New Reading Adventure!
May 28th, 2008 · Press Releases: Eclipsed by Shadow
Educational, literary, fast-paced and vivid in detail, Eclipsed by Shadow brings to life man’s ancient partnership with the horse. Readers travel through the pages of history to a time when primitive man stalked horses as prey, and witness the fascinating development of horsemanship in ancient and medieval cultures.
[Read more →]“Eclipsed by Shadow” Original Cover Design
May 16th, 2008 · Press Releases: Eclipsed by Shadow
The central motif of the richly imagined work is based on an ancient Greek coin featuring Pegasus, the flying horse of mythology. “Eclipsing” this shining Pegasus is the Great Horse Promise, the main equine character of the book. Accurately rendered colorful scenes from the story surround the central coin, placed in rotation around an arc to symbolize the book’s underlying theme of progress in horsemanship and the advance of civilized life.
[Read more →]Library Journal Recommends “Eclipsed by Shadow”
May 15th, 2008 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
“Veteran horseman Royce combines history and myth with action and adventure to create a fast-paced, well-informed tale of a flying horse and the young girl who loves her.” ~ Jackie Cassada, Library Journal
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