This book starts with an enticing opening sentence: "She heard the twang
of a bowstring beyond the glade." The story that follows is both
original and charming. Echo McCool is a karate-kicking half-dryad girl
from medieval times. After narrowly escaping death by hiding inside a
hollow tree she awakes in the present day and befriends 12-year-old
Jason Fleeting. With Echo's help, Jason goes off in search of his
missing sister.
Both Echo and Jason are endearing characters who
show tremendous resourcefulness and courage. This is an empowering
message to young readers and the book is a pleasure to read. Recommended
for readers aged 8-13.
Fantasy novel Echo McCool, Outlaw Through Time; in the TOP 40 Goodreads.com "Best Books of 2011"
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