From Goodreads: Shelby Kitt never gets lost. Shauna, his sister, never gets sick. As far as most people are concerned, the inseparable Kitt twins are odd 13-year-olds. No one, however – not even Shelby and Shauna – can guess how extraordinary they are until the vice consul of Miriax, a planet from another dimension, asks them to take part in a dangerous mission. From that moment on, Shelby and Shauna Kitt discover that the universe is full of Klodians, cities in jungles, giant bats, and tea with mushrooms. Most of all, they discover that it will take more than special powers for them to face – and survive – the evil that threatens the galaxy.

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Marchesi is a phenomenal storyteller, roping the reader into this wonderful tale of other dimensions and species.  Though the story revolves around two thirteen-year-old protagonists, I’d have to say that this is a book for everyone.  Parents can read it to their children, MG and YA readers will eat it up, and adults will enjoy the premise, themes, and overall fun this book has to offer. 

Not only does this novel have a very interesting storyline, but Marchesi’s writing capabilities also shine throughout the entire tale.  I am always excited when I start a new novel and, three pages in, note to myself that “this book is really well written.”  It is few authors that have me singing their praises that early on in the novel, so I must say, this novel is very well done.  Although the novel is somewhat long, with the protagonists being whisked from place to place, dimension to dimension, it keeps the reader’s attention throughout, which is a feat in and of itself, as many authors lose their reader when so much is happening within the text. 

Marchesi has a truly vivid imagination, and her explanations throughout the novel were really interesting.  I am in awe of the sheer amount of imagination Marchesi brings to her story, tweaking it just so, making the reader experience it and not just read about it.  I highly recommend this novel to all readers, and am hoping for a sequel!!  Four stars!

I received a copy of this novel from the author in exchange for an honest review.