by Matthew Peterson
A Bestselling, Young Adult, Science Fiction, Fantasy Novel
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Simon Kent is just an ordinary teenager trying to cope with the loss of his parents and the bullies at the local high school . . . or so he thinks. After meeting an outspoken girl with strange hair that changes colors with her mood, he is swept into a futuristic world filled with dragonlike creatures, vast technology, and enslaved giants. But Simon also stumbles upon a secret: He can perform magic in this parallel world! While fighting mystical creatures, unraveling an ancient mystery, and even experiencing his first kiss, Simon discovers that he, an outsider from Earth, is the only person who can save the high-tech planet from an impending doom. |
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– Diana Pharaoh Francis (author of the Path and Crosspointe series) "Flame throwing pigeons and demonic dumpsters. Funny and imaginative." – Maria V. Snyder (award-winning author of Poison Study, Magic Study, and Fire Study) "Paraworld Zero doesn’t just take you to a parallel universe of strange beings and galactic battles where everything is ruled by magic; it takes you through a parallel journey of the heart. Matthew Peterson weaves a wonderful heartfelt story that any coming-of-age adolescent can relate. As Simon, Tonya, Thornapple and Har struggle with their own preconceived ideas and prejudices, they learn to trust, love and appreciate one another." – T.L. Gray (author of the Necromancer series)
"Its rollicking adventure style reminds this reader of a cross between Harry Potter's adventures and those of Artemis Fowl. Colorful characters, fast-paced adventure, and clever humor make this an interesting read." – TeensReadToo.com (ReadingJunky) read "Fantasy lovers will devour Paraworld Zero... Matthew Peterson uses descriptive writing and likable characters to capture your attention. I was completely intrigued on the first chapter! The world he creates is incredibly unique and captivating." – ThePageFlipper.blogspot.com read "Enticing and very entertaining... We'll be eagerly looking forward to the next in this funny, unique, and imaginative series." – TheCompulsiveReader.blogspot.com read "Peterson deftly blends elements of fantasy and science fiction in this action packed romp." – The Faerie Drink Review & Poised at the Edge read "ParaWorld Zero is one of those rare young adult novels that all ages will enjoy ... funny, fast paced, and enough twist and turns to keep you reading all the way to the end. Don't miss this one!" – SpecFicWorld.com (Note: this review came directly from the editor, Doyle Eldon Wilmoth, Jr) "The characters are lively and the storyline is fast paced and exciting to read. It's got everything a kid would enjoy reading so you guys should definitely pick this book up..." – TheBookBinge.blogspot.com read "Amazing! Harry Potter step back, Simon Kent is a magic welder with a secret history.... fun adventures, cool characters, and laughable moments... Definitely a good read..." – Yellow30Scifi.com read "For a first time novelist Peterson shows a good grasp of what makes a book exciting, injecting his novel with a cracking pace, endearing characters - and the story's breakneck climax is well worth the wait... I wouldn’t be surprised if the book wasn't optioned for a film sometime in the future... well worth buying..." – Sci-fi Online read "This sci-fi/fantasy adventure pulls the reader in from the first sentence and keeps the pages turning. Filled with humor, cool new gadgets and spells, and an extremely original premise, this is one book you do not want to miss out on... Two thumbs up." – MySpace.com/bookchicclub read "...Harry Potter meets Star Wars... Paraworld Zero is a sharply written, highly entertaining young adult novel. It is accessible, fast paced, with enjoyable, realistic characters." – WormsScifi.com read "The story is a nice mix of SF and fantasy... The strongest part of Paraworld Zero is the ending. Peterson writes an excellent cliffhanger that made me excited about the next episode." – BookLoons.com read "Saving the planet seems to be impossible. Only a concerted effort of all and Simon’s Magic has any chance of success." – ConNotations, by Gary Swaty (page 19) read "Paraworld Zero held me in my seat from the first page. An exciting fast-paced adventure, chock full of magic and humor... It is very rare that you don't guess the ending of the book until you get to the ending and that is what Paraworld Zero was like for me! Matthew Peterson delivered a formidable tale and followed through with amazing results. I for one am looking forward to the second book in this series. It cannot come out fast enough to satisfy my curiosity! While this book contains elements of Harry Potter and Star Wars it is still uniquely in a league of its own. Matthew Peterson has a delightful imagination and a wonderful sense of humor. I look forward to reading more of his books." – MySpace.com/weaversofwords read "I really enjoyed Peterson's book. He obviously puts his vivid imagination to use in his writings... I highly recommend this novel to fantasy fans of every age." – MySpace.com/multiversereviews read "Readers will delight in this first book in Matthew Peterson’s Parallel Worlds series... I look forward to the next in the adventures of Simon, Tonya, and their growing gang of friends. I am sure many young readers - and older ones as well - will, too." – MyShelf.com read "...tale of magic, mayhem, and maturation... action packed... A reasonable blend of science fiction and fantasy, Simon's adventures should appeal to middle schoolers..." – VOYA "The author has mastered the formula for injecting a constantly increasing level of tension in his story... This series should become a bestselling set of stories. We rated it an almost perfect five hearts." – HeartlandReviews.com read "...an original, creative, and engaging story... I am utterly amazed at how engrossed I was by this book... This book makes you feel the magic and imagination of childhood all over again." – BookPleasures.com read (Kelly Moran, Author and Reviewer, www.authorkellymoran.com) Great review from TheReadingTub.com. Their legal department doesn't allow anyone to quote from it, so go to their site to read it. – TheReadingTub.com read "“Imaginative” is the best word for this book. The science fiction genre is overcrowded in today’s market, but Peterson’s Paraworld Zero is one of those novels that stands out among the rest... Paraworld Zero is an impressive novel: not only is its concept creative, but Peterson manages to explain everything and tie up any loose ends in the story line and still leave it open for future excitement." – LiteraryMagicMag.com read |
| Matthew Peterson donates around 13% of his gross earnings to charitable organizations, some of which help clothe and feed the needy. |