Hiding Glory

by Laura Chester

First in a series of imaginative children's books this is the wild tale of a small blue horse named Glory (guardian of the morning glory vine) who takes Turner Flint off to the land of Joya, where she can forget her earthly worries, like her taunting older brother and what she should wear on the first day of school. The land of Joya is a dazzling place, ruled by a jolly Queen Mother and her counsel of pansies. Here low winding lanes that tunnel through...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1595436162
• ISBN13: 9781595436160
• Release Date: September 2007
• Publisher: Willow Creek Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.2" x 9.5"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

The first of a new fantasy series for children.

Turner Flint lives in an apartment with her mother and annoying older brother. Scattered around her room are many toy horses in various colors and positions. Turner is nearing the end of Summer Break and feeling a little down when she spies a tiny, beautiful blue horse. The horse's name is Glory. He is the guardian of the morning glory vine, such as the one in Turner's window box. Glory takes Turner to the magical land of Joya. There, Turner is amazed by rhyming Pansies, a cheerful queen, a muddy dog with floppy ears, a constantly tired old beaver, and various other delightful creatures. However, there is also the problem of the cantankerous Kermudgins. Kermudgins are like beetles. They want everything in order, hate playing and laughter, and are extremely selfish. They do not care for or help each other either. Now they are headed toward the tiny kingdom that Turner has just found and loves. ***** This is the first book in an imaginative series of children's chapter books. Parents may read parts to their children just before bed time and guarantee pleasant dreams. Once older, you will probably find your kids reading this story over and over by themselves. Not only is this tale very entertaining, but it also teaches children about the Golden Rule (Do unto others as you would have them do unto you). Littered throughout the book are marvelously detailed black and white illustrations to enthrall the imaginations of children and adults alike. A glorious book that I cannot recommend highly enough. ***** Reviewed by Detra Fitch of Huntress Reviews.