This book brings to life man’s fascinating partnership with the horse. ~Mary Barrett, The Tennessean
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Teenage and adult readers will thrill to this remarkable story featuring the horse’s role in history.
May 14th, 2009 · media
“Quite a ride!” – MBR Bookwatch
April 3rd, 2009 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow, media, Top Reviews for "Eclipsed by Shadow"
“Final analysis: Well written, exceptional story, interesting characters, and a learning experience. It doesn’t get much better than that.” ~ Shirley Johnson, MBR Bookwatch Sr. Reviewer
[Read more →]“A Vivid Historical Tale through the Ages” – Historical Novel Society
January 10th, 2009 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow, media, Top Reviews for "Eclipsed by Shadow"
“This well-informed tale has great plot and character development, wonderful descriptions of equine history, and a tension-ridden cliffhanging ending that will leave you gnawing at the bit for more.” ~ Rebecca Roberts, Historical Novel Society
[Read more →]Anyone who loves horses or history will love “Eclipsed by Shadow” – Tyler Tichelaar
December 8th, 2008 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow, media
“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”
[Read more →]“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 →]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, media
“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, media
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, media
“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.
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