I’ve shared these before, but here are a few of my short stories that are right for this time of year.
The Touch is the story of a young girl with strange powers who must stand up to cruelty in the neighborhood, and in her own home.
In The Song of Thetis, a strange apparition absconds with a young boy, tearing a family apart.
The All Hallows Knight is a Halloween story about an unexpected visitor who shows up on October 31.
“This YA coming-of-age novel is a heartwarming tale of grief, friendship and perseverance told through the age of a young boy on the verge of becoming a teenager, and Tuthill portrays this perfectly.
‘The Osprey Man,’ is a touching look back, combining the simple times of childhood and the 1980’s in a way that makes the reader feel happy with the result.”
To read more and to enter to win a copy of THE OSPREY MAN, check out the full review:
https://celticladysreviews.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-osprey-man-by-christopher-tuthill.html
I’m happy to share another review of THE OSPREY MAN. “This is a stupendous novel and one that I could read again and again. I really felt for Jacob as a character, and I felt like I was living through his grief with him. Five stars to this wonderful author!”
Read the entire review below, and enter to win a copy of the novel.
https://mytangledskeinsbookreviews.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-osprey-man-by-christopher-tuthill.html
At Storeybook Reviews, Reviewer Nora had this to say about THE OSPREY MAN:
“The atmosphere in this novel was perfect. The nostalgia of the 1980s and the beginning of summer after school lets out created a pitch perfect setting that made the background of the novel almost feel like a character in its own right.
Learning how to cope with grief is incredibly difficult for people of all ages, and that really comes through in Tuthill’s usage of a young boy as the main character of this novel. Jacob’s grief for Jon, and for his younger brother are timeless in many ways. This is a satisfying story with a very touching ending.”
Visit the site for a chance to win the book! There are lots of interesting reviews there, so be sure to check it out.
Over at Teddy Rose Book Reviews, Mark has this to say about THE OSPREY MAN:
“‘The Osprey Man,’ was a highly enjoyable novel, and a wonderfully nostalgic look back at the eighties. Tuthill’s writing was genuine, heartfelt and skilled. I really felt for Jacob and his loss and I wanted him to succeed from the get-go. This is a five-star book that can be enjoyed by any and all readers!”
I was so pleased to read another positive review of the book! A number of reviewers have said they enjoy the 80s setting, which makes me happy. I was really trying to transport readers there and it seems like people are reacting well to that setting. There was also an interview with me and a book giveaway for The Osprey Man last week. This is a great site with lots of excellent reviews, check it out!
On the Bound 4 Escape Book blog, reviewer Sal had this to say about THE OSPREY MAN, which made me smile:
“Tuthill has created a beautiful and moving novel, with all of the panache of a great YA story. It’s obvious from his writing that he understands how kids talk and act, and this glimpse back into the 1980’s seems as fresh and timely as ever.
Jacob was both relatable and interesting in his character, which made the story feel so much more unexpected in its direction. This is an author that I will definitely follow. I want to read more by Tuthill!”
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Jacob is at that most magical time between childhood and adolescence. As the end of the school year approaches, he is dreaming of baseball and the beach, but most of all, about working on the comic book he and his best friend Jonathan have created, The Osprey Man. Then tragedy strikes and Jacob has to find an inner strength he is not sure he has.
This beautifully written tale of youth, coping, and working through grief is ideal for readers of all ages.
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The Reviews of THE OSPREY MAN are coming in:
Read the review from D. Donovan, Midwest Book Review: “
“Osprey Man reveals its surprises, unwrapping them through the course of the story like birthday gifts.”
“‘The Osprey Man,’ was a highly enjoyable novel, and a wonderfully nostalgic look back at the eighties. Tuthill’s writing was genuine, heartfelt and skilled. I really felt for Jacob and his loss and I wanted him to succeed from the get-go. This is a five-star book that can be enjoyed by any and all readers!”
“A great read, with well-drawn characters. Chronicles that first, elusive love and all its insecurities as well as the tangled webs of friendships and devotion to the causes that inform who we become later in life. Harkens back to an innocence that many of us can relate to. I can’t wait to see what Chris is up to next!”–Glenn Jochum, singer and songwriter
“I found this book to be a really beautiful piece on grief and moving on. Jacob’s point of view was very poignant and touching and I found it really similar to how I have felt after losing someone close to me.
Five stars for this stunning tale!”
“This YA coming-of-age novel is a heartwarming tale of grief, friendship and perseverance told through the age of a young boy on the verge of becoming a teenager, and Tuthill portrays this perfectly.”–Laura Lee
“This is the first novel by Christopher Tuthill that I have read, but I would gladly read more! The atmosphere in this novel was perfect. The nostalgia of the 1980’s and the beginning of summer after school lets out, created a pitch perfect setting that made the background of the novel almost feel like a character in it’s own right.”
“Tuthill has created a beautiful and moving novel, with all of the panache of a great YA story. It’s obvious from his writing that he understands how kids talk and act and this glimpse back into the 1980’s seems as fresh and timely as ever.”
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