“The action and thrills of the story are subtly interspersed with colorfully drawn history lessons perfect for engaging readers, and the writing delivers such elegant turns of phrase as to keep teens and adults intrigued.” – From review of Eclipsed by Shadow by Emily Hinton for The US Review of Books.
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“Eclipsed by Shadow” featured in US Review of Books
January 19th, 2010 · Press Releases: Eclipsed by Shadow
US Review of Books: “Thrilling and intelligent fantasy”
December 5th, 2009 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
“The action and thrills of the story are subtly interspersed with colorfully drawn history lessons perfect for engaging readers, and the writing delivers such elegant turns of phrase as to keep teens and adults intrigued.” ~ Emily Hinton, US Review of Books
[Read more →]Eclipsed by Shadow – “With each turn of the page a new adventure awaits…”
October 22nd, 2009 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
With “Eclipsed by Shadow,” John Royce has created a wonderful legend sure to please historians and equestrians alike. Jammed packed with chariot racing, jousting and action galore one wonders how one book can hold so much. With each turn of the page a new adventure awaits.
[Read more →]“One of those works you will remember forever…” – Reader Views Literary Awards
October 14th, 2009 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
“What a wonderful way to get factual history into a great readable fiction novel…” ~ Danelle Drake, Reader Views Literary Awards
[Read more →]‘Eclipsed by Shadow’ Wins Eric Hoffer Book Award for Young Adult (YA) Fiction
August 10th, 2009 · Awards & Honors, Press Releases: Eclipsed by Shadow
John Royce’s debut novel, Eclipsed by Shadow, has won the Eric Hoffer Book Award for Young Adult (YA) Fiction. The Hoffer Award is presented each year to honor freethinking writers and independent books of exceptional merit.
[Read more →]History at a Gallop: “Eclipsed by Shadow” wins 2009 Reader Views Literary Award
May 19th, 2009 · Awards & Honors, Press Releases: Eclipsed by Shadow
Eclipsed by Shadow, the first volume of a new trilogy about the history of horsemanship, has won in the Fantasy category of the 2008 Reader Views Literary Awards.
[Read more →]Teenage and adult readers will thrill to this remarkable story featuring the horse’s role in history.
May 14th, 2009 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
This book brings to life man’s fascinating partnership with the horse. ~Mary Barrett, The Tennessean
[Read more →]“Illuminated with the touch, scent, and emotion that only a true horseman could know and understand.” – Top 50 Amazon Reviewer
January 15th, 2009 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
“This sweeping historical fantasy should have an impact on its reader that penetrates far beyond the boundaries of the usual YA (Young Adult) novel. It teaches lessons about history and horsemanship, and what it really means to be `civilized.’” ~ E.A. Lovitt (aka “Starmoth)
[Read more →]Fantasy & horse lovers of all ages will enjoy “Eclipsed by Shadow”
January 5th, 2009 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
“Fantasy and horse lovers of all ages will enjoy a new book titled, Eclipsed by Shadow, Book 1 of The Legend of the Great Horse trilogy.” ~ Dee Ann Ray | Daily Weatherford (OK)
[Read more →]Anyone who loves horses or history will love “Eclipsed by Shadow” – Tyler Tichelaar
December 8th, 2008 · Book Reviews: Eclipsed by Shadow
“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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