Incredible. Thorne's quest is an wonderful book. A thrilling tale of a young female heir and all the troubles she goes through, it is one of those books that you can't put down, but if you do, it grows on the back of your mind and all you want to do is finish your work and get back to this book to find out what happens next!

Wow! This book is great! The characters are deep, the action is wild, and the plot has more twists than an Agatha Christie murder mystery!

What a great read! The Secret Heir immediately welcomes you into it’s wonderfully rich and enchanting world and wraps you up in delightfully real characters, fascinating places and an interesting story. The themes of the book, while not unknown to other books of the genre, are brand new again in this unique world, easily capturing the essence of the book and stealing the show without overshadowing the story itself! A good book is one that entertains and keeps you wanting more. Certainly The Secret Heir does that. But a great book leaves you thinking. Verily, I tell you: this is a great book! My advice? Devour this book today...

This book starts a fascinating story of a really great group of kids. The protagonist has shades of Anne of Green Gables in her background in the way she gets into scrapes, and is easy to love. The whole world that the author has created is detailed, rich and draws you in deeper with each page. This book is a real treasure for the fantasy buff.

This book was very interesting i could not put this book down. I enjoy and usually read fantasy and adventure but i particularly liked this book. It was writin very well and made you want to keep reading. I advise everyone to read this book especially if you enjoy this type of genre.

...where the richness and depth of Tolkein meet the masterful story-telling of Rowlings!

The author's choice of present-tense invites the reader into an intimate circle brimming with fresh, bold characters, novel cultures, and action-filled life events. This courageous author tackles subjects from which many would run and does so skillfully and honestly. The classic theme of good versus evil is explored in a daring way, calling upon the reader to search their own values as the story unfolds.

A visceral experience! This book will keep you coming back for more!

A wonderful addition to any fantasy library, this book takes all of the best themes of fantasy and plays with them in new and exciting ways. The author has created a wonderfully full world that is never lacking in characters, cultures or conflict. The fast paced writing is engaging and pulls the reader into the adventures of the young heroine. Thorne is surrounded by a rich supporting cast that make the Sacred City come alive.

The Secret Heir is rich and deeply layered. It explores many subjects such as adventure, feminism, cultural diversity and personal relationships. As it is told from the perspective of one person, it leaves mysteries to ponder on for a few more chapters, meanwhile it is as round and complete as the telling of one’s day. The use of the present tense took a little getting used to, but it worked. The author’s use of language is evocative and eloquent. I found it an exciting read, leaving me wanting more. I would recommend it to those seeking an experience not soon to be forgotten.

The writing style is particularly engaging and readable. I don't usually read fantasy (I prefer sci-fi), but I couldn't put this one down. The rich detailing of the various cultures, adventurous central characters and excellent dialogue all combine wonderfully. A keeper.