Clement is no ordinary thirteen year old boy. He lives in a castle
in 12th century Normandy. After helping Adalbert on his quest to find a
long lost treasure, Clement and his friend Dagena return for another
adventure. This time, Clement must overcome the evil ambitions of his
wicked uncle, Sven the Terrible! Prepare yourself for some medieval
action and excitement that you will not soon forget. This is the first
book in a planned trilogy. Clement and Dagena first appeared in the
novel Adalbert.
About the author
Craig R. Hipkins grew up in Hubbardston Massachusetts. He is the author of medieval and gothic fiction. His novel Adalbert is the sequel to Astrolabe written by his late twin brother Jay S. Hipkins (1968-2018)
He is an avid long distance runner and enjoys astronomy in his spare time.
Amazon Review
Clement:
Boy Knight of Normandy by Craig Hipkins is a very fun and exciting read
for anyone who enjoys young adult and teen novels. Our story
reintroduces us to Clement, a teenager who has just returned from an
adventure where he was searching for lost treasures. Clement learned
much on his last adventure in terms of leadership and what it will take
to be a knight. But, as one of his soldiers points out early on in the
novel, he still has much to learn in terms of discipline and leadership
before he can truly command and lead by example, let along take conttol
of the kingdom that was left to him after his father passed away. Now,
Clement and his friends Dagena and Olaf others must work together in
order to stop Clement's evil uncle, Sven the Terrible, from taking
control of the land that rightfully belongs to Clement.
I found this
to be a really exciting read. The action picks up early on and stays
consistent throughout the novel making it a fast and very enjoyable
read. The characters are well developed and the setting works very well
with the events of the narrative. The story flows well and is nicely
edited. I look forward to the next installment in the series and where
it will take our characters.
Content Rating
Drug Content: G - There is a little
casual drinking in a few places.
Violence: PG - Tragic accidents
leave people somewhat mangled. There is no intentional harm done here. No
graphic descriptions either.
Language: PG - There are a few scattered mild
expletives.
Adult Content: G - There is romance
and some kissing.
Christian content: The protagonists of this book grapple with the presence of God amidst
their trials, yet they cling resolutely to their faith. The narrative
underscores the importance of attending church and intermittently
portrays the family engaging in nightly prayers. Requests for healing
and protection through prayer are frequent occurrences. Additionally,
the concept of individuals entering heaven upon death is explored
through discussion. The protagonist's journey is marked by raw conflict,
profound acts of self-sacrifice, and the development of remarkable
depth in character, leaving a profound impact on the reader.
Links
https://books2read.com/u/meGgWR
Twitter: @CraigHipkins
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