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A Time of Darkness

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When I choose to read this book I thought it was going to be boring, because the cover seemed so dull to me. Then has I started reading, I couldn't stop! The book was so touching and sad, which made me even more attched to it. Also I loved how the Sherryl Jordan used her words by being very discriptive.

I've also read one other book of Sherryl Jordan. That book I also judged by the cover. However it turned out to be good. Now if I ever pick up another book by Sherryl Jordan I'll be sure not to judge it by its cover again. Since I found her writting to be very well in both books.

I loved this book a great deal! I got it from a school jamboree for free, and I didn't think that it would be all that wonderful, but I was drawn to it. When I read the first page, it was impossible to put it down. It took me only two days to read the whole thing. I would recommend (and have) this book to anyone who enjoys an adventure. I especially love it's twists and turns! Thank you Sherryl Jordan for such a wonderful tale!

I remember reading this book for a 8th grade book report and then mourning the fact that I couldn't keep it. It's such a beautifully written novel and despite the fact that it has been years since I read it and I have forgotten much the mood has been remembered well...that of simple pleasures and lost happiness...a time that is not so dark as it first seems. The ending for me was bittersweet and I remember crying and wishing there were a sequel!

I think this book was the best! The ending was such a surprise! Once I picked it up I didn't want to put it down! I think everyone should read this book!

I'm fourteen, I just read this book on one of my many trips to the library. This book left me thinking "wow... cool" I dunno, it was really neat.

And another thing! Stupid horn-book and synopsis reviewers! Don't give it away! you aren't supposed to know that, you're supposed to read it first! Fools!

This is the story of a young man who gets transported to the time of cave-dwellers. Just when he gets used to this new way of life- and falls in love- he is transported back to his time. The ending is unpredictable. Sherryl definitely poured her heart and soul into this book.

I've read two other books by this wonderful author, and all were wonderful, this tying with 'The Juniper Game,' and 'Winter of Fire,' my favorite of all time, swopping down just ahead. But the tale was wonderful, and held you up through the entire story, eager to see how it would turn out. At the beginning, Rocco's character wasn't a very nice person. But at the end he trasnforms, from a rash teenager, to an experienced, and wiser teenager. A wonderful read, and if I remember correctly, I cried. A must read.

I first read this book years ago, and I loved it then. After finally rediscovering it and rereading it, it's every bit as good as I remember-- better, even, since I had expected the writing to be aimed at children, but found it to be strong and mature. Once or twice I did find it transparently preachy, but the excellent plot makes up for that. This is a story about a boy finding out that he is capable of more than he ever thought possible, and does it in such an interesting way that it really stands out from the crowd. I also loved the twist ending, and the fact that that twist is actually resolved, leaving the reader completely satisfied. This book is every bit as good now as it was when I was eleven.

I read this book about 10 years ago and still have it and remember how enjoyable it was. I chose a gift idea off of a Christmas tree to give to a needy child, and my tag said: child's book 11-12 yr old. My first thought was to share one of my favorite childhood books- so I came to this site in search of this out-of-print treasure. About 5 years ago I recommended it to my nextdoor neighbor- a highschool boy who did not like to read books, and he ended up really liking it just like I told him. ...and like one of the other reviewers said, giving away the content can ruin the book. Suprisingly even enjoyable for adults!

I read A Time of Darkness in eighth grade and as a freshman in highschool, it is still, by far, my favorite book. This is a book for anyone-no matter how young or old. It sheds craved light on a topic long craving it-discrimination. The main character is forced to overcome countless hurdles. I found this to be a truly inspiring book and would recommed it highly to anyone and everyone!