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Kevin White, MD, PhD is the author of five published and two soon-to-be published books, and has won 3 international book awards for his writing. His books span numerous genres, from non-fiction through children and young adult fiction. A master at creating unforgettable characters who grow as their story unfolds, his stories are poignant, thought-provoking, easy-to-read, and hard to put down. He is one of fifty international authors voted to be in the 3rd annual edition of THE AUTHORS SHOW’s “50 Great Writers You Should Be Reading".
Reviewed by Anne Boling for Readers' Favorite
The people of the town avoided Zeke; they thought he was crazy or at the least a tramp and that he didn’t smell very good. However, the animals knew better; he always had little treats in his pocket for him. Most of the town’s people just kept hoping he would disappear. The widow woman and her daughter who lived closed to Green Meadow were kind to Zeke and would leave out a bowl of stew or soup each day along with a piece of bread. Miriam questioned her mother as to why she worried so much about a stranger. The widow was grateful to him for he had brought Miriam to her and Ben, her deceased husband. This just made Miriam more curious. Zeke stayed away for a long time but when he did return it was with a warning. Suddenly they were surrounded by danger. Everyone in Apple Grove feared the forest, yet that was where Zeke led them.
Young adult fantasy is one of my favorite genres, especially when it has that special quality that makes it mystical, suspenseful with a touch of danger. Kevin White’s tale quickly captured my attention and held it to the very last page. Zeke and Miriam are both heartwarming characters. Nanna is such a kind and perceptive character in this tale that she demonstrates compassion and mercy where few others in Apple Grove demonstrate anything other than fear, suspicion and cruelty. Kevin White is a name to remember. I will be looking for more books by him.
