A Mind-Bending Adventure of Epic Proportions: ‘The Shape of Time’ by Ryan Calejo

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About The Book:

Title: THE SHAPE OF TIME (RYMWORLD ARCANA BOOK ONE)

Author: Ryan Calejo

Pub. Date: September 12, 2023

Publisher: Amulet Books

Formats:  Hardcover, eBook, Audiobook

Pages: 304

Find it: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/THE-SHAPE-OF-TIME-Calejo

Thirteen-year-old Antares De La Vega is a natural born adventurer. He dreams of journeying across burning deserts, trekking through wild and uncharted jungles, sailing the furthest reaches of the seas—and yet, he’s never even stepped foot outside of South Florida . . . But that all changes when strange creatures come leaping out of lightning bolts to kidnap him. Locked away in a secret prison in the middle of the Bermuda Triangle, Antares meets 13-year-old Magdavellía, a mysterious and iron-willed girl who opens his eyes to a shocking truth: that this world is a far different place than he’s been led to believe. He learns of the existence of The Flat Earth Society, an ancient secret order, whose main function is to keep the world beyond the great Ice Wall a mystery—a land known as Rymworld. But Rymworld is in trouble. Led by a nameless evil, a sinister group of mystics seek to seize control over its only truly resource: time itself.

Antares and Magdavellía must set out beyond the edges of any map to discover the undiscoverable: a lost and forgotten island where there is rumored to exist a legendary artifact: a mythical compass that just might hold the key to foiling the mystics’ plans. Following a series of intricately concealed clues left behind by Magdavellía’s parents (clues Antares seems to be the key to unlocking), they must wield both geometry and alchemy, outsmart molemen and mermaids, and outrun fiendish outer space aliens––all while attempting to solve a riddle as old and mystifying as the sun.

 

Why Should You Read This?

“The Shape of Time” by Ryan Calejo is a mesmerizing adventure that takes young readers on a thrilling journey beyond the realms of imagination. This middle-grade mind-bending masterpiece is the first installment in the Rymworld Arcana adventure series, destined to be an instant classic.

The story introduces us to Antares De La Vega, a fourteen-year-old dreamer with an unquenchable thirst for adventure. Despite growing up in South Florida, he yearns for far-off lands and daring escapades. His life takes an unexpected turn when bizarre creatures emerge from lightning bolts to abduct him, spiriting him away to a clandestine prison hidden within the enigmatic Bermuda Triangle.

Locked away in this mysterious facility, Antares encounters Magdavellía, a resolute and enigmatic girl who shatters his perception of reality. Together, they uncover the existence of the Flat Earth Society, a covert order tasked with concealing the existence of Rymworld—an otherworldly land beyond the imposing Ice Wall. However, Rymworld is under dire threat, as an unnamed malevolence seeks to control time itself.

As the fate of Rymworld hangs in the balance, Antares and Magdavellía embark on a perilous quest to locate a mythical compass—a legendary artifact that could thwart the nefarious plans of the mystics. To succeed, they must decipher an intricate web of clues, combining geometry and alchemy, outwitting molemen, mermaids, and even extraterrestrial beings. Their journey is an exhilarating puzzle, as ancient as the sun and shrouded in mystique.

Ryan Calejo weaves a tale that seamlessly blends fantasy, adventure, and mystery, captivating readers from start to finish. The characters are richly developed, with Antares and Magdavellía’s camaraderie at the heart of the narrative. The world-building is masterful, introducing readers to a realm where the ordinary becomes extraordinary.

“The Shape of Time” is a thrilling exploration of bravery, intellect, and the boundless potential of the human spirit. Calejo’s writing is vivid and immersive, making it easy for young readers to lose themselves in this fantastical world.

In conclusion, “The Shape of Time” is a must-read for young adventure seekers and fans of mind-bending mysteries. Ryan Calejo’s storytelling prowess shines through, promising an epic series that will leave readers eagerly awaiting the next installment. This book is a testament to the power of imagination and the enduring spirit of exploration—a journey that transcends time and space.

 

 

About Ryan Calejo:

Ryan Calejo is an award-winning author born and raised in sunny south Florida. His critically acclaimed Charlie Hernández series has been featured in half a dozen state reading lists and has earned starred reviews from Booklist and Kirkus, was a Texas Bluebonnet Master List Selection, and won an International Latino Book Award, a Sunshine State Young Readers Award, and a Florida Book Award (Gold Medal). He lives in Miami.

 

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Giveaway Details:

2 winners will receive a finished copy of THE SHAPE OF TIME, US Only.

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