Midnight and the Man Who Had No Tears

by Tiffany Golden

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BLURB:

In the magical land of Shina, Midnight is the Keeper of Dreams and Protector of Children.  On her nightly journey down the river of dreams, she meets the Red Family, whose child is going with Midnight for the first time.

The dark cloud of sadness that consumes their house confuses Midnight, and the entire family must embark on a journey to find out why an angry father can show no kindness to his only child.

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Excerpt :

There is a land called Shina so far away that the only way to get there is to close your eyes and dream.  It is a land where magic’s mystery makes itself known.  Where the light of LIFE, the gift of the MOST HIGH, burns in everyone’s eyes.  Where the Spiritfolk live and walk amongst the peoplefolk, and it is where you can find Midnight, the Keeper of Dreams and Protector of Children.

Now, everyone agreed that Midnight was the most beautiful spirit to ever be born to the land of Shina.  She had the richest, blackest hair with the richest, blackest skin, and the richest, blackest face you ever did see.  And without a question, she had the richest, blackest eyes known to her land.  Eyes so deep, that when she opened them, she eclipsed the sun, calling forth the richest, blackest night.  And when her work was done, she rested her melanin-filled eyes, letting the sun once again shine brightly on the land.

Now Midnight, just like everyone who lived in Shina, had a job or a duty called upon her in order to keep the land in balance.  Midnight’s job was to guide the sleeping children down the Ndoto River, the river of dreams, taking them to Asili, the most mystical part of Shina—where rainbows were made, where stars got their tickle, where butterflies got their colors, and where each child was blessed to enjoy the magic of childhood, a marvelous gift from the MOST HIGH.

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AUTHOR Bio and Links:

Author Bio and Links

Writer/Director Tiffany Golden was trained in Motion Picture Production at the Academy of Art University.  She has worked creatively with school-aged youth for 15 years in an effort to support their voices being heard and shared.  Her work with young people has led to dozens of her students being published, having their films featured in festivals, installations in major museums, and the highlight of many community-based events.

“I have worked with children for a long time, and I have witnessed firsthand their magic and resilience.  I wanted to create a legacy that holds them sacred, reminding us all of the true gift that they are, so they may be cherished.  This story was channeled out of complete love; inspired by individuals, and written with an open heart for the collective ‘we’.”

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Midnight and the Man Who Had No Tears by Tiffany Golden

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

First of all, realize that I am an adult reviewing a middle grade fantasy book. This would be most appropriate for ages 8-12, depending on the reading level of the child. Or the parents would be able to read this book with their child. Being able to immerse onself in the world of fantasy is absolutely essential in appreciating this work.

For a fantasy middle grade book, this book is exactly what the reader would expect with a few surprises along the way. The pictures are engrossing and well-done as is the story. For me, the story was a bit hard to follow at times and assumed that I was more familiar with the characters than I was. The author is fantastic, but I needed more detail. I was even that was as a child, but for most children, this will probably be enough detail, and there is never a dull moment in the book. Though I am not particularly a fan of fantasy, this book was not too fanciful for me. And there is a glossary in the back for the less-known words which certainly was a big help.

I was sent a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. I was not financially compensated, and all opinions are 100 percent mine.

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