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"A beautifully engaging story, which keeps you longing for more! I couldn't put it down!"
Ryan S. Age 24

"It's the best book ever, way better than Harry Potter!"
Laney S. Age 10

"It was amazing and thrilling. I could not move from it. When will book 2 release? I can't wait!"
Rashant R. Age 11

"Your book is the coolest book ever."
Kevin V. Age 11

"I like this book because it's full of fantasy and adventure. I think the author gives a lot of description."
Jackie E. Age 12

"I really love it."
James B. Age 10

"This is one of the best books I read. The best part was when Yipes comes to save Alexa."
Stephanie H. Age 13

"THE DARK HILLS DIVIDE WAS FANTASTIC!!! PATRICK CARMAN IS A GENIUS MASTERMIND!!!"
Evan L. Age 10

"I think this book was interesting."
Jillian S. Age 10

"It is awesome. I loved it."
Grant K. Age 11

"This book is awesome. Patrick Carman had great character development... they seemed like real people."
John O. Age 11

"Best book I've ever read."
Jessalyn B. Age 11

"I think this book is the greatest!"
Carmen. Age 13

"I love this book so much. I can't wait to read the next one! It was so exciting and kept you guessing!"
Lindsay E. Age 12

"I thought the book was really good. I would try to put it down to do something but I just kept reading. I liked it so much I even read the epilogue."
Taylor S. Age 11

"It is my favorite book ever."
Austin S. Age 8

"I found this book enchanting. Every time I had to put it down I would find myself wondering what would happen next in Alexa's life instead of doing my schoolwork."

Sarah V. Age 12

"The book was cool. I liked the book because of Pervis the guard."
Osvaldo Z. Age 11

"Better than Harry Potter."
Lily N. Age 10

"That is the best book I have ever read. It is a combination of adventure, fantasy, and the power of true friendship."
Deanna G. Age 12

"I think this is a great book and I am going to keep it forever and ever."
Madlen L. Age 8

"Wow. I thought other books were my favorite but I love love love love this one. It has inspired me to continue my novel! It's the best book and will be the best series!!!"
Karissa D. Age 14

"This book has great illustrations and it is perfect for middle school kids."
Jessica F. Age 12

"This was a great book with a lot of mystery and adventure."
Duke S. Age 15

"An awesome, gripping and compelling story that's inspiring and exciting at the same time. I loved it!!! Thank you Patrick Carman!!!"
Maddie S. Age 14

"I had just started reading when I realized that I could never put it down. I love The Land of Elyon Book 1: The Dark Hills Divide."
Alexa D. Age 12

"This book was the most exciting book I have ever read."
Kaley G. Age 13

"This is one of my favorite books ever!!! I hope the 2nd one comes out very soon!!!"
Jenny F. Age 13

"This is one of the best books I've ever read. It was just full of fantasy and mystery. I just couldn't stop reading this book! I would recommend this book to anyone of age!"
Cole B. Age 12

"I just finished reading this book and it is great! Patrick Carman really made a great plot and I enjoyed it. The one criticism I have about this book is that it is written in a more adult voice than the kid who was supposed to write it .I can't wait for the rest of the series to come out. This is my all time favorite!!!!"
Adanma R. Age 10

"One of the best books I've ever read. I can't wait for the other books to come out."
Adam D. Age 10

"You made the best book ever. Wow!!!!!!! I sure want to buy one."
Samantha C. Age 9

"This was a very good book. I loved it! The author is great and he has a good sense of humor!!"
Sara B. Age 13

"It was an excellent book about imagination, which was something that drew me to the book."
Faith W. Age 13

"I think it is the best book I have ever read. I don't think you could find a more adventurous and exciting book if you tried. I couldn't put it down!"
Kristin C. Age 12

"I love this book. The Land of Elyon is magical and mysterious. What more could a 10-year-old boy like me want?"
Coleman S. Age 10

"This is one of the best books I ever read. It was so enchanting and mysterious. I love it almost as much as Chinese Cinderella and Anne of Green Gables. I consider it a part of me."
Allie G. Age 10

"The Dark Hills Divide was excellent. I really can't wait for the next 2 books to come out. I definitely think this book is up there with Redwall and other great reads."
Sicily M. Age 11

"This book has a lot of big words that make me feel smart for knowing them."
Chelsea W. Age 11

"I love The Dark Hills Divide. This is my 3rd time reading it!"
Krystal S. Age 10

"This book was great. I just can't wait for the second one to come out."
Cory J. Age 11

"I thought it was great. I can't wait until the next book comes out."
Kevin H. Age 11

"I love this book. It's one of the best books I've ever read. I can't wait for the next books to come out!"
Jennifer Z. Age 13

"It was great."
Mim S. Age 8

"Patrick did an excellent job with the story, brilliant story telling, and unique. Plus, what makes it better is knowing that it started off as a bedtime story for his daughters, I can't wait for the second installment."
Shayne B. Age 18

"The Dark Hills Divide is a fun and adventurous book. I can't wait for the next installment in the series."
Caleb F. Age 15

"Great and very imaginative words!"
Caitlin C. Age 11

"Excellent."
Mo F. Age 10

"I wanted this book from a book fair and it was sold out! I reserved a copy and I just got it today. I've also finished it today! So, so, so much suspense! Awesome, page-turning, roller coaster adventure!!"
Ahsan M. Age 10

"I loved this book! It was one of my favorite books in the world! I've read it so many times!"
Cassidy H. Age 10

"It is a very good story."
Carolyn P. Age 19

Patrick Carman did a great job writing this story. I'll give it a 10000000000000000000000 because that's how good it was. BRAVO PATRICK!!!!!!!!!!"
Jennifer R. Age 11

"The Dark Hills Divide was one of the best books I've ever read! It was full of all the things I love in a book. All the suspense was there so I couldn't help but read the next page. I can't wait until the other books of the Land of Elyon series come out!"
Tracy M. Age 11

"I love this book. The Land of Elyon is magical and mysterious. What more could a 10-year-old boy like me want?"
Coleman S. Age 10

"I think this book was great! Especially when Alexa gets the key out of the locket! That part is exiting."
Sophia R.A. Age 10

"Patrick, you are a genius. You filled my week with joy and wonder. I can't wait for the next installment, and I hope you won't stop writing fantasy books. I wish my dad had made stories for me."
Christopher R. Age 14

"Man, I loved, loved, LOVED this book!"
Emily S. Age 11

"This book is great if you like mystery and fantasy at the same time. THIS BOOK ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Megan O. Age 10

"I love this book. It is so interesting. So maybe it can be better, but I think it is good."
Jessica S. Age 13

"THIS WAS A VERY GOOD BOOK. I HOPE THEY MAKE ANOTHER BOOK."
Michaela S. Age 11

"I love the book so far. I didn't finish it yet, but I'm working on it! I can't wait for book two! It's so exciting and adventurous! GOOD LUCK WITH THE OTHER BOOKS PATRICK!"
Lindsey C. Age 9

"It's a really good book."
Carlie M. Age 9

"The book was really great. I really loved it. I can't wait to read the next one."
Marlene G. Age 11

"The book was a bit slow at first, but I gave it a chance, and it turned out to have a very tense, exciting ending. I can't wait for the second book to come out!"
Angeline W. Age 15

"I HAVE NOT READ IT ALL BUT I LIKE IT SO FAR."
Alexis C. Age 9

"I loved it. Of course I'm a fantasy person. I can't wait for #2."
Cindy W. Age 10

"I thought that this book should be rated a 10 instead of a 7. I hope that the 2nd book is even better."
Faith C. Age 9

"It is the best book I have ever read."
Julianne N. Age 10

"The Dark Hills Divide is a combination of fantasy, thrills, and immense suspense. If rating should take place for this fantastic book, it deserves a ten. Patrick Carman is truly a master of the art of writing. This book is truly enjoyable."
Bianca K. Age 10

"Man this book is awesome. I just loved reading it over and over again!"
Jordan L. Age 10

"I think this book is awesome! I should know because I read tons of books. Also I can't wait till Beyond the Valley of Thorns!!!!!!"
Elizabeth A. Age 13

"I loved this book. It was full of mystery and suspense to the very end!!!"
Daria P. Age 11

"The Book Was Great! So adventurous and thrilling. Patrick Carman is a great author. I knew right away that this book was going to be a hit!"
Coleman S. Age 10

"This book was very good. I read it because I went to school with Pat and wanted to see what kind of hidden talent he had! My ten-year-old daughter really likes it too. I have a copy of the first paperback publication and am going to buy the hardcover version."
Stephanie B. Age 38

"I think this book was real good. I thought it was a real fun adventure, there was real suspense. The characters made me feel like they were sitting right next to me. The description of The Land of Elyon was so good. I felt myself crawling out of the tunnel hole outside of the wall just like Alexa. I can't wait to read the second and third book in the series."
Rosie. Age 12

"I really loved it and am thirsty for more! I am a teacher and found it to be very well written."
Ms. T. Age 46

"I really like this book! I picked it up from the school library, and read it in about 4 hours. It was a great read, and even though I'm a little old, I can't wait for the next one."
Chris S. Age 16

"Great book; awesome; highly recommend it!:)"
Chris Y. Age 12

"I think it's a really good adventure storybook. I REALLY LIKE IT."
Tabitha. Age 14

"I think this book is great if you like fairytales! I rated 9 because it might be hard to read if you are 6-7. I can't wait to read it!"
Rachel M. Age 10

"This is like the best book!! I loved it…I've read it like 2 times already."
Vicky C. Age 11

"I really loved the book. It took my imagination to a whole new level! I can't wait Patrick!"
Ryan C. Age 12

"I REALLY, REALLY love this book! I've read so many other books but this is the best I've read yet!"
Emily J. Age 8

"I love this book. It's one of the best books I have read. So I just wanted to say thank you for making this wonderful book. So thank you, so much!!!!!!!!!"
Sammy K. Age 11

"This book was by far one of the best I've ever read! I loved the characters, mystery, and most of all the adventure! I can't wait to read the next two!"
Sara W. Age 12

"This book kept me hooked all the way through."
Rob S. Age 11

"I really love this book! I usually find most books are not really interesting but this one had me up all night. It took me 5 hours to read, I was so fascinated in the characters and plot! I'll SOOO read the next one!"
Laryn C. Age 10

"This book is just downright awesome. I've already recommended it to five of my friends. Hurry up with the rest of them please Mr. Carman!"
Forrest C. Age 13

"Well I just can't put it in words how good this book is. I've read it a few times and it never seems to get dull. So all I have to say is I'm rooting you all the way Pat!"
Houston S. Age 12

"I loved the book dearly and I can't wait until the next one comes out. It is one of the best series ever made. It made me want to go to strange and intriguing places."
Samantha F. Age 13

"This book is so great. Its amazing how good random people turn out to be writers. If I could rate this wonderful can't take your eyes off book I'd give it a 10!!!!!!!!!"
Angelina C. Age 12

"This was one of the best books I've read in a while! I can't wait to read the second book!"
Kate B. Age 13

"It is an exiting book full of adventure, but that's how I like it."
Elizabeth E. Age 10

"I adored this book. I can't wait for the next book. Yaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!"
George L. Age 35

"I ABSOLUTLY loved the book. It was full of adventure and I just wanted to stay up until I read the whole thing. It was awesome. And I can't wait for the second book to come out. It only took me not even a day to read it."
Amanda K. Age 13

"It was one of the best books I've ever read! I CAN'T BELIEVE THERE'S ONLY GOING TO BE THREE BOOKS!!!!!!!"
Georgia D. Age 9

"I really love your book. I think it is one of the best books in the world because I was the first one to read it out of my library."
Marissa H. Age 10

"I very much enjoyed this book and the adventures that Alexa went on."
Duke S. Age 15

"I'm loving this book! It's so exiting."
TraeAnn P. Age 10

"The book is a mystery and an adventure that made me keep reading and reading. It was good from beginning to end. I'd say that it takes a wonderful imagination and the skills of a writer to write a book this good."
Zoey C. Age 11

"I think you rock at writing. Dude you so rock."
Ruth N. Age 10

"I LOVE this book! I never read a better one! I cannot wait for the next!"
Kelly K. Age 11

"This book rocks!! It keeps off your seat, and you want to read more and more!!!!!"
Dana M. Age 12

"I like the book. It has so much adventure and keeps you wondering what will happen next! I think I'm going to pick up a copy!"
Nicole C. Age 12

"It was great!"
Taylor B. Age 11

"It is one of the most exiting books except for the Lord of the Rings trilogy."
Taysha C. Age 11

"I liked the book. It was very interesting and I would read it again, but if I could change one thing I would change that the conversation needs to slow down and the book needs less conversation. THE BOOK WAS GREAT, the best I read in a long time."
Nick H. Age 12

"Outstanding. I was test reading it for my 8 year old (I think she's a little young yet, but will purchase to hang on to for her). I loved it. Can't wait for more. Good movie stuff. Missed the signing in our hometown due to sick kids. Is it possible to do a return signing? Thanks for your imagination."
Jillice B. Age 40

"I enjoyed reading this book! It was great. I used to stay up ALL night! I will tell this to everyone: READ IT!"
Maria G. Age 9

"I loved this book!!!!"
Julia S. Age 9

"One of the best books ever made. It shows what you can do with just a little imagination and a lot of heart."
Alyse N. Age 11

"This book changed my life."
Logan D. Age 10

"This was the best book I have ever read this whole year. Thank you so much and I am looking forward to the next book."
Kinsey D. Age 13

"I loved this book! It's a great mystery for people who like mysteries and people who don't! I was sad that it ended! I can't wait for the second installment! I would recommend this to anyone and everyone!"
Dylan B. Age 11

"I think for the most part it was good. I tried to stay up late and read it."
Oriannat. Age 12

"I THINK THE BOOK IS GREAT."
Kim Age 9

"I think this is the BEST book. I just can't wait until the next one. I'm thinking of collecting them."
Gaby O. Age 10

"This was a really interesting book because it kept you guessing and was never boring."
S.T. Age 12

"From what I've read of it I think it's awesome. I really like Alexa's character."
Charlotte D. Age 11

"I enjoyed reading the book! I wanted to stay up all night to read it. You can hardly tell how much you're reading until you figure you read 5 chapters!"
Sarah Z. Age 11

"Pat is my uncle and I never knew he had so much talent in him! His book is the BEST! Once I picked it up I couldn't put it down! It seemed like it never ended! One out of ten I'd give it 10 and I am really glad he's my uncle."
Kasey W. Age 10

"I absolutely LOVED the book. I'd have to say it is the best book I've ever read, and trust me I've read a lot of books. Once I got to the last 10-12 chapters I just couldn't set the book down. The book had a lot of suspense, which made it amazing, and I was mad when I had to stop reading. I will definitely give this book a 10. I can't wait until the next one comes out. The summary in the back of the book sounds very intriguing."
Briahna H. Age 13

"I thought this was a really good book! I really like the part when she first finds the doorway out of the walls. I just thought it was a great book. Period."
Emery B. Age 10

"I am reading this book aloud to my fifth grade students. Patrick Carman, the author, came to visit our school and gave an entertaining presentation. When we got back to the classroom my students couldn't wait to read another chapter. We are almost half way through and it gets more and more exciting by the minute. I can't wait to find out what happens next and I'm anticipating the release of book II."
Amanda B. Age 25

"I think this book is a perfect combination of fantasy, friendship, loyalty, and courage... it's awesomely good"
Koren L. Age 15

"We loved your book. I bought it for my 6-year-old daughter that met you in Longfellow in Washington state and read it to her. We look forward to the next."
Allison and Ashley B. Age 6

"I REALLY LIKE THE BOOK SO FAR."
Olivia B. Age 7

"This was a great pick-up book for me; it isn't just for kids, and the plot twists and turns like any good story (in my opinion) should. Can't wait for the next one!"
Johanna R. Age 31

"It is excellent. I'm 1/2 way through and it has only been 3 days. Please write more Land of Elyon books. I love these kinds of stories. I have to go and finish this book!! I can't put it down. You rock Carman!"
Lauren B. Age 13

"As I started reading this new story by Patrick Carman I expected action right from the beginning. However, I found that it started a little slow. By the time I was a few chapters into the book I realized that the first couple of chapters is very important in order to understand the entire story. Overall this is a very enjoyable book. Once you get into the story you will find the characters interesting. I was anticipating the conclusion and can't wait until the next book in this series is published so I can continue the Alexa's adventures."
Sharon B. Age 11

"I like how Alexa can talk to animals. I like the Jocasta stones, they are cool!!!!"
Sunnygurl M. Age 12

"This book is an amazing read. I was astounded at how creative the author was. Who else could come up with so many different twists and turns? The story flows wonderfully and I can't wait for the next to installments. HURRY UP I CAN'T WAIT!"
Hannah M. Age 13

"I loved it, it brings you into a whole other place, it gets your imagination going, gets you thinking that maybe there is a Bridewell out there, and they don't know about our world."
Riley W. Age 11

"This book is no doubt the best book I've ever read. I enjoyed it so much. I can't wait for #2."
Bailey C. Age 13

"I think that The Dark Hills Divide is a book that you won't want to put down. You will love its characters and the way it draws you in. I can't wait for the second and third one to come out."
Abigail E. Age 10

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