Amazing! ~ Deborah Robles
Usually, I don't enjoy reading in my free time. I would rather play video games and watch TV. But this book was an exception. The way that all of the details were described made me feel like I was there. I like an action-packed book, and this book had just enough action to satisfy my needs. I had a favorite book for about three years, but it instantly changed once I read this book. -Leonardo (13 y.o.)

A real Page turner!! ~ grumpylgmom
This is an amazing book by a first time author!!! I couldn't put the book down after the first chapter. Suspenseful, exciting, descriptive, ... I can't say enough about this book. This is a great book for kids 4th grade and up! There is one page with a few words that some may find objectionable, but in the course of life they are rather tame.
For boys and girls who enjoy a suspenseful, adventurous tale, this is the book for you! Can't wait for the next in the series.

A must read ~ Mike
Having recently finished "Search A Darker Sky," I can say I am 100% pleased with my purchase. The book is well written and keeps you on the edge of your seat. The characters are truly amazing and are one-of-a-kind. Can't wait for the sequel. Keep writing Mr. Schreiner.

What a fantastic read! I cannot wait for the sequel! ~ Alex
I'm a 39 year old father and, as soon as I finished, I walked it into my 10 year old's room and said, "Son, you gotta read this!" He did, down the road, his two younger brothers will love this book and the following series. Thank you, Mr. Schreiner for sharing this wonderful gift...it is to be shared with all!

A must read for children and adults!~ Scott D. Prestine
      Hide your to-do list and sit down and enjoy this fantastic book. Brilliantly written with the perfect blend of suspense and realism. Features characters that you care about. The sequel can't come fast enough!

Fabulous Read for Youth and Adults! ~ Chris Bryant
      The novel captures the quintessence of youth - the pure determination and spirit of a young boy. I love the message conveyed in this unique read, Search A Darker Sky, because in spite of the underlying theme of family and relational struggles, the character displays a feisty and steadfast determination to find the answers. What a great "hero" for our youth - that the negativity of our environment doesn't have to dominate our personal outlook on life. So much can be extracted from this 165-page novel! Can't wait to read more from this up-and-coming author!

Fast-paced adventure ~ Turtle Man
      This story introduces us to Justin, a boy who soon takes the reader on a whirlwind adventure that forces him to unravel elements of his life he never knew existed. The story is full of twists and turns, keeping the reader guessing where it will lead next. The main character has a difficult living situation from the start, and must soon rise above this to discover his father's secret.
      As a teacher, it seems clear to me that this book has appeal for teenagers due to its exciting writing style and real world feel. There are many references and allusions to problems and struggles faced by many young people, and it therefore seems pertinent to the crucibles they face today. I would recommend this book to any young reader, as well any adult wishing to perhaps better understand where young people are coming from. Great read.

Excellent book for middle & high school students ~ By Teacher
      I have taught middle school for many years, and I cannot recommend this book more highly. It is an excellent mystery with short chapters, which is so helpful for young readers who have had a less than happy introduction to reading. In addition to the excellent plot, it has some underlying sub-themes that appear in the lives of many of today's children. Primarily however, it is an exciting story, and will introduce don't-read-for-pleasure-readers to the wonderful adventure of a good book, and will captivate the other readers (adults included...).

Review posted on 9-21-11 ~ by Kir at Inside Los Gatos
      When I went on my little mini-vacation into the mountains recently, I was given a book to read. Little did I know that I would sit in the wilderness, listening to the wind blow through the trees, while reading a book in one sitting. Yes, I truly enjoyed reading A Cleft Mind, written by Los Gatos resident Devik Schreiner.
    I was intrigued with the main character, Justin Tyme, and his fascination with finding out what happened to his father. You see, his father disappeared three years before the story begins. His mother has remarried, and had a baby with, a man who wants nothing to do with the family. Justin is an independent character who takes care of his siblings while dealing with a depressed mother and a callous stepfather. As the mystery/thriller twists and turns, the reader learns that not only is Justin an independent boy, he is also extremely bright and will stop at nothing to find out what happened to his father.
      I thoroughly enjoyed reading the book and was a little disappointed when I came to the end only to not have book #2 in the trilogy to pick up. I was captivated by Justin’s perseverance and kind heart.

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