The Dreamers

by Merton Ashmatch

Publisher: Lighthouse Fiction
Copyright: © 2007 Merton Ashmatch Standard Copyright License
Language: English
Country: United Kingdom
Edition: First Edition
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Printed: 177 pages, 6" x 9", perfect binding, black and white interior ink

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When thirteen-year-old Tom Merchant first discovers that he is able to control his dreams, it comes as little comfort to him as he faces some of the biggest crises of his waking life; his parents’ divorce, his move to a big city and the separation from his father and friends. But when Tom discovers that he also has the ability to control the dreams of others, he realizes he may have the means to bring his parents back together through the power of dream and so sets out to learn the skills of a Dreamweaver. With his Dream friends, Will and Becca, Tom tries to come to terms with the realities of Wake by day and explores the magical land of Dream by night. However, one boy stands in his way and though Tom receives help and training from the Sandman, controller of all Dream, he must prepare to fight the final battle alone.

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19 Mar 2008
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21 Nov 2007 (updated 21 Nov 2007)
It's only now and again that I pick up a book and find myself unable to put it down, but that's what happened to me with Merton Ashmatch's The Dreamers. Of the many novels in e-book format that I’ve reviewed so far, this is certainly a gem amongst the coal. I won't try to summarize the plot as this is adequately done already on this page, however I would like to strongly recommend this book.

Written primarily for the teenage market, this book will appeal to all ages since it explores what may be termed the final frontier: Not outer space, but inner space. The last refuge of magic that all are free to explore. Indeed, so convincing is the prose that it could almost be a manual for Dream exploration and one wonders if the Mr. Ashmatch may be writing from experience. But however one reads it, it is clearly a work of immense value. A well constructed narrative that sprints along with perfect pace and holds enough surprises to keep the reader guessing. While the paperback version is reasonably priced, the download at just £1.25 makes it excellent value for money and if you’ve never tried an e-book, I can’t think of a better introduction.

Tamzin Brompton


About the reviewer

Tamzin Brompton is a regular reviewer for a number of online and print literary publications. Her aim is to bring to light novels that she feels deserve attention.

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