Mica Powers and the Legend of the Superstitions: When Lightning Strikes Heroes Are Born

Mica Powers and the Legend of the Superstitions: When Lightning Strikes Heroes Are Born

New Release by award winning author! "Filled with magic, mystery, and intrigue, Mica Powers and the Legend of the Superstitions is an action-packed fantasy ride you don't want to end." - Reader's Favorite "Electrifying opener to an action-packed, character-rich young adult fantasy." - Publisher's Weekly "If you liked Percy Jackson but wished it had more ghosts, mystery, and desert heat, this one’s for you." - Literary Titan Mica Powers is thirteen, awaiting his Spinical abilities to manifest. He struggles with the memory of the day his mother was taken from him by the leader of the Dreads, Deedra. Alongside his best friends—the quick-witted twins Kevin and Kelly—he attends the Domain Arizona School of Spinical Studies, where students learn to unlock their Imperia. When a mysterious orphan named Estee Bradford arrives, she struggles to find her place, and Mica forms a bond with her. How will Mica and friends fare against a world fraught with ghosts, beasts, traps, and Mica’s greatest adversary, the dreaded Deedra, who is hunting for “The Legend of the Superstitions.” Brimming with enchantment, this modern fantasy holds secrets and nonstop adventure. Mica Powers and the Legend of the Superstitions is a spellbinding journey you won’t want to put down. Perfect for fans of vivid, imaginative worlds and mythical quests that feature a magic system that is distinctly authentic, and intriguing. *Readers' Favorite -Pikasho Deka* ★★★★★ Filled with magic, mystery, and intrigue, *Mica Powers and the Legend of the Superstitions* is an action-packed fantasy ride you don't want to end. ...If you're a fan of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, this book will be right up your alley. Author MSV Walker has built a wondrous and imaginative fantasy world featuring a magic system that is distinctly authentic and intriguing. Walker provides bits and pieces of lore about the world organically throughout the story, and it makes the setting very immersive for the reader. The characters are likable and easy to root for. Mica, Estee, the twins, and Moonshadow were my favorite characters of the bunch. I also thoroughly enjoyed the dynamic between Mica and his friends and their humorous interactions. In conclusion, I heartily recommend this book to both preteen and young adult readers. *Publishers Weekly Booklife Review Editor's Pick* Drawing inspiration from classic magic-academy fantasies while forging its own path, the first entry in Walker's promising series stars Mica Powers, a 13-year-old daredevil who travels the Superstition Mountains on a thunder cycle. While searching for his kidnapped mother, he dreams of spinning storms like the rest of his friends. Along the way, he meets newcomer Estee Bradford, an orphan sold for her powers by cruel foster parents. As Mica and Estee's powers manifest, another power sleeps, hunted by those with evil intentions. Entangled in this wild clash, Mica and Estee must use their new abilities to uncover the legend at the heart of the Superstition Mountains. As students at the Domain Arizona School of Spinical Studies, Mica and his perceptive pals star in a spellbinding, swiftly paced introduction to this magical world. Walker's vivid imagery fully immerses the reader in each surprising scene: "Rolling waves of thunder echoed over the ice-covered ground, and the odd sound of a woman's laughter reverberated everywhere." Every quirk of the Spinicals colors their culture, whether it's their allergy to rubber or the glitter in their hair, and the Domain Arizona reflects this vivid inventiveness with its landscapes of copper, silver, and lapis lazuli. Walker and the Spinicals stir feelings of awe, and their mythic feats keep the story fresh and exciting. The wonder of Spinical magic is balanced by relatable characters and a commitment to emotional realism, no matter what powers they wield or dangers they face. Mica himself has a reckless, passionate charm and a yearning for his mother that pulls at the heartstrings. Estee, too, evokes sympathy with a life so loveless she questions even the smallest acts of kindness. The Spinicals all boast distinct personalities that are a joy to watch in action, especially when they work together. Adolescent readers will find them easy to relate to and root for. A thrilling start to a series full of whimsy and passion. Takeaway: Electrifying opener to an action-packed, character-rich YA fantasy. Comparable Titles: Shannon Messenger's Keeper of the Lost Cities series, Richard Paul Evans's *Michael Vey*. Production grades Cover: A Design and typography: A Illustrations: N/A Editing: A- Marketing copy: A *Micheala Stahl (Copy Editor)** ★★★★★* "This is a magical world that is on the way to being another classic. I want to run out and show it to kids near me!" Mica and the Legend of the Superstitions is a wonderful world where Spinicals and Tells are starting to co-exist peacefully. This magical world is filled with excitement and friendship! I loved learning all the a