Reviews

• “A Norwegian fantasy hero of international proportions. /…/ If there’s one thing Norway’s world of children’s books needs, it is an international bestseller. Here it is. Bobbie Peers’ William Wenton and the Luridium Thief has the potential to become the new Percy Jackson.”

• “Film director Peers has brought to life a universe that would be well suited as a Hollywood movie with spectacular computer animated special effects.”

• “Exhilarating and action-packed. The language is easy to read and the plot flows nicely. Those who love technology, robots and code will be richly rewarded.”

• “There is something cinematic and visual about the way [William Wenton and the Luridium Thief] is written. Not too many adjectives, but a solid plot with an abundance of quite clever ideas that would do equally well on the screen. It is certainly very easy to see it before one’s eyes while reading. /…/ [William Wenton and the Luridium Thief] is a book that delights with all its energy and vitality. It will be fun to follow William on his onward journey.”

• “An adventure story that will send children on a breathtaking journey.”

• “This fast-paced, engaging novel grabs readers’ attention right from the get-go. /…/ Part “Alex Rider,” part “Artemis Fowl,” part Da Vinci Code for kids, this title will captivate action and mystery enthusiasts.”

• “Peers’ first novel follows the pattern of many such school and adventure stories — think Hogwarts with robots and carnivorous robotic plants — but there are plenty of twists to keep readers guessing. Appealing, resilient William makes realistic mistakes in judgment that often test that resilience. The crisp narrative will appeal to readers of different levels, and more adventures involving William Wenton will be welcome.”

• “An involved story for book and action-loving girls and boys.”

• “Alex Rider-level thrills and a host of amazing gadgets, many of them animate, give this the page-turner prize and it’s definitely a case of brains over brawn.”

• “Exciting, crazy and full of humor.”

• “Full of wit and crazy ideas.”

• “A pacey code-breaking’n’cyborgs thriller that shirks conventions.”

• “Award winning adventure bristles with excitement, humour and some jaw dropping cliff hangers. /…/ Da Vinci Code meets Alex Rider.”

• “This series opener is a gripping story from early on, and the wonky twists and turns ramp up the excitement as readers learn more about William’s family and this crazy metal at the core of the drama. /…/ any kid who likes ciphers and codes will be drawn in, and there’s plenty here to lure them back for the next outing.”

• “Full of secrecy, intrigue with an element of fantasy, this really is a pageturner – think Harry Potter meets Dan Brown with a hint of John Grisham!”