Hunter Brown and the Secret of the Shadow (Codebearers) (Paperback)

~ (Author), Allan Miller (Illustrator), (Illustrator)

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Grade 9 Up—Hunter Brown and his two friends are running from bullies on the last day of high school and get locked in the Dumpster in which they have taken refuge. Their rescuer, a supposed janitor, sends the boys on an errand to a bookstore where they pick up a magic book. Thus starts the adventure where they tumble through a grave into a netherworld, float in a dark lake surrounded by dead bodies, and ultimately must fight for "The Author" of the book against the forces of evil. Aviad, whom some say is just a prophet and others say is the son of The Author, figures prominently. Characters named Faith and Hope are major players as well. The Christian and biblical parallels are obvious throughout, and there is one scene in which public schools are criticized for teaching science. However, the boys do use some of their math abilities to retrieve the key to their salvation, and the action and swordplay are a constant. There is a companion online video game, and this book reads very much like a script for one. The boys are in high school, but they behave like much younger children in many respects, and the illustrations mirror that young image.—Jake Pettit, Thompson Valley High School, Loveland, CO
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Product Description

Strange visions...hideous monsters...startling revelations... Hunter Brown never expected a summer like this, and it’s only getting started! After one of his infamous pranks backfires, Hunter unexpectedly finds himself in possession of an ancient book and key. Little does he know the mysterious book is a gateway to Solandria, a supernatural realm held captive by the Shadow. In Solandria, Hunter joins forces with the Codebearers, a band of highly trained warriors who form the Resistance to the Shadow. But before he can complete his training in the ways of the Code of Life, Hunter is sent on a mission far more dangerous than he ever bargained for. Now with his life in peril and the future of Solandria hanging in the balance, Hunter is headed for a showdown with the Shadow and a battle to save his soul from a fate worse than death! Is Hunter’s knowledge of the Code deep enough to uncover the secret of the Shadow, or will the truth be more than he can bear? --This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 366 pages
• Publisher: Warner Press; 1 edition (August 8, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1593173288
• ISBN-13: 978-1593173289
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #18,965 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a Captivating Book!, August 9, 2008

By	Ryan Wood (Sumner, WA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Be Warned: The Secret of the Shadow has serious hooks- this isn't an easy book to put down! The Miller Brothers have created a powerful and engaging world that challenges us all to take a deeper look at who we are and ultimately who is in control. With creative characters, wonderful plot twists, great illustrations, and fun extras (the codes throughout the book were an intriguing challenge) this book is one you're sure to enjoy!

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Book!! , September 9, 2008

By	dotking - See all my reviews

I'm part of the "older teen" crowd and I enjoyed this book so much!
There was so much to think about and it had me on the edge of my seat the whole time. I thought it was kind of like a cross between Frank Peretti's " Piercing the Darkness" Series and the Chronicles of Narnia. I cant wait for the next one! Great work guys!

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AMAZING, August 15, 2008

By	Dorothyd Nystrom (St Cloud, FL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This amazing book is filled with action, love, adventure, and an evil force that's trying to take over the amazing work of the code of life. Once you take one fateful look at this book you will be drawn into the magical realm called Solandria as if you were actually there. In a Quest to help his friends, Hunter Brown has to save the world from the evil monster called the Shadow. With the help of three friends, he goes off to take out Venator , an evil Shadow warrior with the power to command an army of vile creatures. Will Hunter succeed, or will he fail? The only way to find out is to read it for yourself. -CW Small