Finding Atlantis

by J.M. Dover

An interdimensional whirlpool transports Adam Danburg to Atlantis, a world filled with powerful forces, talking crystal skulls and a fluid space-time continuum. Adam, with his strange power drawn from nature, is prophesied to be part of a trio that must save the fabled city from destruction. Evil forces, natural disturbances, problems within the trio, and Adam’s inability to control his special talent, all threaten the safety of the ancient city. Adam must find his true path in a labyrinth of deceit and turmoil, or he will be trapped in Atlantis forever.

Genres: Young Adult, Fantasy

183 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 10, 2018

About the author

J.M. Dover writes fantasy stories for young adults of all ages. Finding Atlantis was published by Evil Alter Ego Press in 2018. It is the first book in The Atlantis Series, the book has received Five Stars from Readers’ Favorite, and an Aurora Award nomination. Return to Atlantis, the second book in the Atlantis trilogy, will be published in 2019. Jeanette also has short stories published in the Enigma Front: The Monster Within and Neo-Opsis Magazine Issue 29. Her past careers as a social worker, a fashion designer and an accountant show she can be both creative and logical—sometimes at the same time. Being a writer gives her a way where the two sides of her brain can play happily together. She lives with her husband in Calgary, Alberta.

Reviews

[Donna Hafichuk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great adventure.....every 8-12 year old should read

[Sherry Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun fantasy adventure story for children that can also be enjoyed by adults. It would be a great choice for families that want to read a book together.

[Elizabeth Whitton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Magicial. Lost civilizations, crystal skulls, and a boy with a destiny--what's not to love. A perfect summer read.

[Christine · Rating 2 out of 5]

Full disclosure:  I received a free copy of this book in exchange for a review
This book wasn't my favourite. The story idea is interesting enough; a young boy travels through a magical whirlpool to Atlantis and discovers he has been brought there because he is one of only three children who can save the city from destruction - but the actual page by page recitation of those happenings didn't have the impact I was hoping for. I did appreciate that the three main characters were all flawed individuals who still had to figure out how to work together even though they constantly got on each other's nerves. Speaking of things that get on your nerves, I do look forward to a time where the prepubescent male protagonists stop complaining about how girls are always crying. As if little boys don't also cry, and should be allowed and encouraged to express their feelings in totally normal and healthy ways! Finding Atlantis isn't the only book I've read that had that problem though, just the most recent and the straw that broke the camel's back. That being said, Finding Atlantis is a strong first offering from a new writer who has a tonne of potential. This could be the beginning of a beautiful series.

[Quentin Krogstad · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an uplifting story of a young man and his new found friends who work through difficulties in life to find strength in themselves and community and support through others. It shows how different versions of family can all have love in different ways. And the fact that it takes place in a new vision of Atlantis makes it more engaging. This is a YA novel that can be enjoyed by anyone.