4 Stars
Great story!
It's one of those young adult fantasy stories that even the most nerdy adult will love, and I say that in a good way, since I am a major nerd and fan of sci-fi and
fantasy. Franklin has a lot to deal with and faces a lot of challenges in this story, which is very well written. This is the first work from Anderson that I've read and it's an interesting premise and plot. It's filled with action and threats, entering the dark side of humanity. I enjoyed reading this story and look forward to more of Anderson's work.