Leslie Carmichael

Reviewed by Kira M for TeensReadToo.com

On her 12th birthday, Lyranel discovers she has the Singer gift. With her voice she can stay wild animals, heal wounds, and even change the weather.

When a plague threatens all people, especially Singers, Lyranel must find a way to master her gift and stop the plague before it spreads to her father's dukedom. Will Lyranel find a cure without getting sick herself? Will she find a way to control her gift?

A quick-read fantasy that has a lot of adventure in it. The characters are memorable and have an appealing spunky feel to them. The story is unique and well-written. The plot is well-developed and easy to follow.

Readers who like fantasy, adventure, and "save the world" scenario books will most likely devour LYRANEL'S SONG and want to read Ms. Carmichael's other book, THE AMULET OF AMON-RA.… (mehr)

Reviewed by Kira M for TeensReadToo.com

While visiting a museum, Jennifer discovers an ancient Egyptian mummy. Behind the mummy is a painting of a woman that looks almost identical to her and has the name Dje-Nefer.

While there, her grandmother's friend, Daoud gives her an amulet. When she opens it up, the dust inside sends her back in time and switches her place with that of Dje-Nefer! She soon discovers a plot to assassinate Hatchepsut.

Will Jennifer find a way to save the queen and make it back to her own time?

This is a fast-paced time travel adventure; the plot is intriguing and the characters are unique and well-developed. THE AMULET OF AMON-RA is a great blend of science and historical fiction. Readers who enjoy science fiction, historical fiction, adventure, and stories with action and mystery will all highly enjoy reading this book.… (mehr)