Description:
Join the Noland Kids as they travel the mountains of the Congo in search of Lens Kabambi's kidnapped parents and a city that has been lost to the sands of time for millennia.
Brief description: Pastor and author Mike Curtis brings adventure to life in his new Noland Kids Adventure book series. Growing up in a sports-focused family that loved camping, exploring, and all things adventure, Mike dove into teen ministry in his early twenties to bring the Good News to a distracted and struggling generation.He is married to the popular homeschooling author and speaker Meredith Curtis. They live in Lake Mary, Florida and have five children and five grandchildren. As a spiritual dad and pastor of Powerline Church, his passion is sharing life-giving principles from God's Word that impact and transform others.In his spare time he loves to watch adventure movies like The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies with his family and friends, and on occasion has been found sacrificing for those he loves by watching a Hallmark romance. He can also be found indulging in books on apologetics, theology, and leadership, in addition to some aggressive ping pong matches during discipleship time with young men. And next to a good steak, Mike's favorite dish is beef tongue!His desire is to use his books to mentor the next generation, sharing Christ and biblical principles of character in relevant and enjoyable adventure stories and practical studies.
Review Quotes:
Buckle your seatbelts and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime. -Paul Benjamin, Author, National Ministry Leader, Promise Keepers
Mike Curtis does a great job of painting a picture with words as he cleverly intertwines good morals and adventure, drawing readers in so that readers feel like they're part of the story and it's very hard to put the book down. The books are well written and well rounded, probing into the characters and even their flaws as well as their brighter and sometimes humorous sides. -Wayne Walker, Book Critic
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. (Maybe even more than the first one? I haven't decided yet!) The plot is fascinating, as is the new "world" the author depicts. The writing makes it easy to imagine the new environment, the action, and the emotions of the characters. I'm pregnant with my first right now, and I can't wait until my son is old enough to read these on his own! -Jennifer Spaudo, former Charisma Magazine Online Editor, Freelance Writer
The Lost City of Light was an entertaining read that I'd recommend to those who enjoy Christian fiction, teen fiction, and action/adventure stories. -Kristina Hall, Author, Mercy Undeserved
It is an amazing story that takes place in the Congo. As a homeschool mom and grandmother, I love the setting - so few Christian adventure stories take place there. This setting makes the book so mysterious and exciting. As a Christian mom and grandmom, I love that the story is Christ-centered and the Gospel shines throughout the pages of this book. Your teens and preteens will LOVE this book! -Meredith C., Author, Homeschool Conference Speaker, Book Reviewer
I love the idea of a faith-based Christian mystery/adventure... The story is intriguing, and there is plenty of adventure, including dealing with molten lava, jungle creatures, and terrorists. I enjoyed the closeness of the family and the love of God that shines throughout this book... This is a wonderful Christian adventure that kids will enjoy. -Bonnie DeMoss, Book Critic
This adventure novel really grabs and holds your attention! It is exciting and feels very universal in its appeal to different ages, pre-teen to adult. -Ken, age 72
The book is easily read by young children and is still enjoyable for the older kids and adults as well! The humor is delightful and draws the reader into the story. Very good book deserving of a place on your shelf next to the first book in the same Noland Kids Series, The Key House! -Peter, age 17
An adventurous book that draws the reader out and calls them to action! -Grace, 15