Forrest Tales

By C.J. Lewis

“Brynnfeld ... the home of first-year students attending the Academy of the Oracle. A place where they learn how to unleash the mysterious powers within them; a place where powers for good are... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1413710352
• ISBN13: 9781413710359
• Release Date: March 2004
• Publisher: Publishamerica Inc
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7

Customer Reviews

The Secret of the Labyrinth

Molly's Reviews The Secret of the Labyrinth is the initial work offered in the Forrest Tales series by talented writer Lewis. Featuring Edward Forrest, a young fellow who is abandoned by his family and must make it on his own, Lewis crafts a keenly focused tale presented as a middle grades/Young Adult fantasy. The first book deals with peer pressure, making both appropriate and inappropriate choices, and coming to realize that mistakes can be rectified and used as a learning experience. As with a labyrinth, Life is filled with dead-ends and open paths. The Secret of the Labyrinth helps the young reader appreciate their own mistakes as opportunities for growth. The easily read, fast paced tale is satisfactory, writing style is commendable and characterization is excellent. Writer Lewis paints an intense portrayal in the mind of the reader. The story is gripping as the characters find mystery and adventure while attending the Academy of the Oracle. Each book in this fantasy series has a value theme designed to help young people as they face struggles in a troubled world.

An enchanting Juvenile Fantasy

"The Secret of the Labyrinth" is the first of Forrest Tales, a series of adventures featuring Edward Forrest. Written as a juvenile fantasy, the book is an extremely good read for adults too. I couldn't put the book down except for brief intervals necessitated out of fatigue. I had to finish it in one day. The story is good, the style is mostly good and the characterisation is very good. Most of the time, author C.J.Lewis succeeds in painting a vivid picture in the mind of the reader. The book is not only about powers of light and darkness, but also the story of courage, withstanding temptation, learning to forgive and ultimately learning to 'be in the light'. The last few chapters of the book are spiritually very uplifting. Whether the present generation children will resonate with the lessons presented by Lewis is a debatable point. But the book is certainly an inspiring addition to every school, library and I would add, every home too, where a child lives. I found a few editorial glitches but they do not interfere with the enjoyment or understanding. I compliment the author, C.J.Lewis for an excellent effort and look forward to more offerings from her pen.

Feel Good Fantasy!

I wondered when someone would come up with a fantasy that takes us out of the world of the occult and gives us something to smile about. This story offers lots of adventure and excitement, but also addresses some real-life problems we all face. Highly recommend for kids of all ages! I can hardly wait to read the next in the series!