Beth B. 18 (05/09/2004)

Sarah Fischer (04/09/2004)

Dear Mr. Taylor,

Shadowmancer is truly amazing. It kept
me reading up until the last page. I have one question: Does Wormwood
have the same characters?? Raphah was probably my favorite charater,
but my favorite line is: "Speak of the Devil and he shall appear.."

Kitty Browne (Age 11) (31/08/2004)

Hello G.P.Taylor,
I loved your book even though it was a bit spooky. I went to Greenbelt and
heard your talk. You have an amazing personality. My ambition is to be an
author though I think I see that you can't really plan these things, you
just had an idea and now you are a major author. I would love to appear in
your film...though I'm a bit of a wimp so I'd prbably get freaked out by the
monsters/creatures. Your book has moved me and alot of other people as well.
It was a great read and I'm going to recomend it to everyone.

Jema (30/08/2004)

I know it's not much of a reveiw, but i loved shadowmancer. Best book I ever read. Are you going to wright any more amazing books?

JOSH WILEMAN  (30/08/2004)
WEST YORKSHIRE
ENGLAND

SHADOW MANCER is the greatest book of century. It shows up Harry Potter, and the lord of the rings, but is just as good as The Hobbit, it is more or less the same as Phillip pullman it is a fantasy. It is full of sorcery and magic, battles and smuggling. Obadiah Demurral brings the Keruvim to Whitby, whitch brings Raphah to Whitby, who drags Thomas in to it, Thomas brings Kate into it, and Jacob Crane gets himself into it! 

Faith (30/08/2004)

I thought your book was exciting, thought provoking, entertaining, and one that couldn't be put down once started. It was listed as a fantasy; but it was also very real and I just plain liked both aspects of it. I hope that you write many more books. I am going to see if I can get the other one, that was listed, from the library also.

I liked the fact that you joined legends, etc. with the religious belief that good, will in the end, overcome evil.

Thank you for your expert storytelling.

Nona Leon (29/08/2004)

Dear G.P. Taylor,

I have just finished reading Shadowmancer. I am 11 years old and I throughly loved the book. You see, I was the only kid in our school who would not read Harry Potter because of its witchcraft. But Shadowmancer has so much also but it always calls on God. You are an awesome writer!!! I was in tears finishing the book. Is there a sequel?

Christine and Nicholas Brockman (26/08/2004)
Washington, DC

I purchased your book for my son, but read prior to giving it to
him, I read it (in 5 days). I couldn't put it down. What a fantastic
story - with scripture interwoven into it. You are talented and
blessed. Thank you for sharing your writings, experiences and passion
with us.

Dear Mr Taylor

I would like to say that I enjoyed Shadowmancer very much. I especially
liked Jacob Crane . It has one flaw : it is a little too religious but on
the whole it is one of the best books I have read. I am looking forward to
seeing the film. I hope it will be as good as the book. I would give
Shadowmancer a 9/10.
Yours truly,
T. Handel (24/08/2004)

Elizabeth Doyle, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear (24/08/2004)

It almost goes without saying that this book is a gripping read. But I will allow others to comment on its structure, language and characterisation. As a Christian, a parent and a teacher of history and language I am excited about Shadowmancer. GP Taylor has experienced life at its most challenging, and has had the hand of God upon him throughout. I’m so glad that he has chosen to express his faith and understanding in a way that will engage readers – especially young people who have a natural urge to explore the supernatural – and present the gospel in this form. I’m sure that not everyone will be comfortable with this, but it is not uncommon for honest and faithful Christians of all persuasions to disagree about things. And those who object to the Christian content of any book will obviously be concerned. But I am glad that this book exists, and I pray that I will be able to respond and discuss any issues that it has raised with students or anyone else in the coming months. It appears that the world of children’s literature is becoming a bit of a battleground in the spiritual realm (wasn’t it always?), and we have a responsibility to share the truth about Jesus as we join in the debate. The author has made sacrifices to make this happen (let’s face it - he didn’t know how it would turn out!) I hope that more will be encouraged to respond.

OLivia Gollaway Age: 13 USA (23/08/2004)

Mr. Taylor I read your book and i ended up choosing it to write a lenghthy report for one of my summer reading project books. I love your book it has even inspired me to do some writing of my own. Your story was absoloutly enchanting. Thank you for being such a great influence.

Hod Netzach Alabama USA (20/08/2004)

As a Kabbalist I think Taylor should be burnt at the stake for what he is doing to the secret writings. I enjoyed the story but soon realised that it was anti Kabbalist. It sounds as if he has written a book about Madonna (Esther) and Guy Ritchie. Who is this weirdo going to have a go at next? Even after saying that I have to say it was very well written and I enjoyed every page, as a former pagan and Kabbalist, I think Taylor has a great grasp of the occult - shame he isn't on our side - maybe we can tempt him over.

Lorraine Jackson (13/8/04)

I bought these two books as holiday reads for my kids and read them first. I loved them both. I had a nightmare about the Varrigal but that didn't stop me reading as many chapters as possible the next night. I liked Wormwood even more. I've read the previous reviews and agree that the comparison with Harry Potter is unfortunate-these books are much better- and bookselling is a business. However my daugher will read them both and if my son does too then they are worth the money.

Lindsay A. (11/08/2004)

haven't read the books yet, and to be honest, I just today convinced my mom to buy Shadowmancer because I really wanted to know if the book was explicitly Christian or worth reading. From what I have heard about the books (good and bad reviews), I am pleased. Keep up the good, humble, honest work for our Lord.

It's not about me,

It's all about Him,

With hope,

Lindsay A.

Karl 8th Grade (10/08/2004)

This book is a good book for the story and some of the its battles with the creatures. The story plot is interesting and characters are neat with awesome description. This book kept me curious for most the the way but then it unfolded near the middle. I heard that this was a Christian Harry Potter. Some of the stuff that the characters do is kind of like Harry Potter but Harry Potter has more witchcraft. I recommend the story for the action.

Devin 8th Grade (10/08/2004)

This is going to make you think a little. This book is the Christian verson of Harry Potter. I don't know much about Harry Potter but I've heard that it has a lot of witchcraft in it. This book is different. This is an interesting book if you like descriptive books. I think the charaters are cool the way the author describes them. Another thing about this book that is cool is the way the author includes the Gospel. I think that this is a good all around book for people to read. This book will also get people thinking about God.

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