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“Britfield and the Lost Crown  delivers as a detailed and intriguing first-in-series read that is sure to capture the attention of the middle grade and young adult crowd. Those who love the Y/A action and adventure genre.Readers journey through the English cities and countryside beautifully rendered in the narrative. The book also includes maps and intelligent background information about the setting and history with access to online illustrations and commentaries on castles, villages, and towns where our heroes visit. Overall,  Britfield  weaves plot, texture, storytelling, and fascinating characters into a winning combination and enriching experience for adventure fans.” – Chanticleer Book Review – 5 Stars!

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Britfield and The Lost Crown (Britfield Series, Book I) Paperback – August 1, 2019

One of the most awarded books in fiction, Britfield & the Lost Crown is taking the World by Storm. Behind the cruel walls of Weatherly Orphanage . . . a rumor spreads and it meant one thing—Tom and Sarah must escape.

Spending a majority of his life locked up and slaving away, Tom and the other orphans had one thing in common: their parents were gone. When Tom learned that his might still be alive, he must find them . . . Getting out won’t be easy. Nobody has ever escaped. The caretaker, Mr. Speckle and his watchdog, Wind, have keen eyes and tolerate nothing. Best friends Tom and Sarah needed a plan. The risks were frightening. Will they survive?

You’ll love this wonderful adventure, because the chase is on and the real secret just might save them. Get it now.

This fast-paced adventure series is transforming literature, education, and literacy while fostering creativity and critical thinking. A timeless classic, Britfield is more than a book, it’s a Movement, bringing encouragement to children and families worldwide. The 7-book series will be followed by 7 extraordinary movies (2023).

• Book 1 of 3 Britfield Series
• Print length 400 pages
• Language English
• Dimensions 5.5 x 1 x 8.5 inches
• Publication date August 1, 2019
• ISBN-10 1732961212
• ISBN-13 978-1732961210
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• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Britfield; Illustrated edition (August 1, 2019)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 400 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1732961212
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1732961210
• Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years, from customers
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1 x 8.5 inches
• #139 in Children's Books on Boys' & Men's Issues
• #603 in Children's Mystery, Detective, & Spy
• #2,528 in Children's Action & Adventure Books (Books)

About the author

C. r. stewart.

Originally from in Newport Beach, California, C. R. Stewart has 20 years of experience writing fiction, nonfiction, and movie screenplays. His areas of expertise also includes film and media production, global strategy, and international marketing.

“Britfield & The Lost Crown was conceived as an idea over 10 years ago while I was enduring a tedious finance seminar. It started as a sketch of a hot air balloon with a young boy and girl trapped inside. From this simple drawing sprang the entire concept and story for Britfield.”

He received a Bachelor of Arts in British Literature and European History from Brown University; did post-graduate work at Harvard University; earned an MBA from Boston College; and is pursuing a Master of Science in Advanced Management and a PhD in Strategy.

Now based in San Diego, C.R. Stewart is a strong supporter of education and the arts. He enjoys world travel, reading, riding, swimming, sailing, tennis, and is passionate about fostering creativity in students of all ages.

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Customers love the characters and the plot. They also appreciate the historical setting and culture. Readers describe the book as a great, fun read. Opinions are mixed on the writing style, with some finding it well-written and others finding it clumsy.

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Customers find the plot wonderful, entertaining, and believable. They also say the book does not disappoint with its twists and turns, historical landmarks, friendship, loyalty, and current messages. Readers also describe the book as a rollercoaster adventure.

"...Highly recommend as a read aloud! Full of adventure and daring escapes." Read more

"...I am way way past being a young adult but I loved the adventure and I love the excellent writing!! Well done, Mr Stewart...." Read more

"...The story is quite believable , is very entertaining, easy to read, and filled with details about history and geography put forth in a super fun..." Read more

"...The characters are entertaining, the plot is thrilling , and the writing style is spot on...." Read more

Customers find the book fun and endearing. They also say it's a great readout loud and safe for older children.

"...I can’t wait to buy the other two once we finish this one! Highly recommend as a read aloud ! Full of adventure and daring escapes." Read more

"...novel of a promising series, Britfield and the Lost Crown is a fun novel to read !..." Read more

"...The characters are strong and well defined. This is a great book for older children , safe as a bedtime read and one that would become many a..." Read more

"...There was not one foul word throughout! It is engaging , exciting, and perfect for a pre-teen. I will be purchasing a hard copy as a gift." Read more

Customers like the characters in the book. They also mention that they love the miracles they had to escape over and over.

"... Great characters who seem real and interesting as they go on their adventure...." Read more

"...The characters are entertaining , the plot is thrilling, and the writing style is spot on...." Read more

"...The writing itself is average, and I felt the characters weren’t very interesting or relatable...." Read more

"... Love the characters & all the miracles they had to escape over and over. The helpful people they met were really great!..." Read more

Customers find the historical setting in the book great and love the history and culture that is woven throughout.

"...believable, is very entertaining, easy to read, and filled with details about history and geography put forth in a super fun way...." Read more

"...I enjoyed all the landmark references . I’m looking forward to reading the next one!" Read more

"...The story is decent, and it DOES mention a lot of English landmarks . But the writing is somehow very clunky...." Read more

"...This book did not disappoint with its twists and turn, historical landmarks , friendship, loyalty, and bravery...." Read more

Customers find the book topic exciting and suitable for a wide age group.

"...It is engaging, exciting, and perfect for a pre-teen . I will be purchasing a hard copy as a gift." Read more

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"...Ate it up. Will be recommending to my book club. An exciting read for a wide age group ." Read more

Customers have mixed opinions about the writing style. Some find the book well written, while others say it's clumsy.

"...way past being a young adult but I loved the adventure and I love the excellent writing !! Well done, Mr Stewart...." Read more

"...something more like Harry Potter, but was disappointed at the in-elegance of the writing . It's very much "this happened. Then this happened...." Read more

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Every summer after.

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Steamy summer romance has drinking, nudity, heartbreak.

Parents Need to Know

Parents need to know that Every Summer After by Carley Fortune is a slow-burn romance written for adults, though the main characters are teenagers for much of the novel. After years of silence between Persephone and Sam, she's returning to the small town where they spent their summers together as kids, only…

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This slow-burn romance includes flirting, kissing, skinny dipping, caressing, nu

Swearing includes "f--k," " s--t," "d--k," "t-ts," "ass," "hell," "clit," "balls

Characters drink to excess on multiple occasions, both as teenagers and adults,

Characters watch and discuss horror movies. The titles are listed, but no scary

Some name brands are mentioned, mostly for world building. Horror movies and boo

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Honesty is the best policy. Don't run from hard truths. Communication is key.

Persephone shows some emotional growth over the course of the novel, moving from

Two of the main characters have Polish ancestors and work at a Polish restaurant

Brief descriptions of Polish food. One character is studying to be a doctor and

Sex, Romance & Nudity

This slow-burn romance includes flirting, kissing, skinny dipping, caressing, nudity and detailed descriptions of various sexual acts, including oral and vaginal sex. Teenagers make out frequently. There are allusions to sexually active teens, but all graphic descriptions are of adults engaging in consensual sex. Descriptions include nipple play, oral sex, hand jobs, fingering and dry humping, as well as intercourse culminating in orgasms. Condom use is discussed and consistent. Vibrators and casual hookups are discussed. Male bodies are objectified, with comments about their muscular chests and nice butts. Characters go skinny dipping and are often in revealing swimsuits.

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Swearing includes "f--k," " s--t," "d--k," "t-ts," "ass," "hell," "clit," "balls," "bitch," and "God" and "Jesus" as expressions.

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Drinking, Drugs & Smoking

Characters drink to excess on multiple occasions, both as teenagers and adults, resulting in poor decision making, hangovers and vomiting. Most drinking is at parties or in social situations. Characters first drink in eighth grade, though the main character doesn't like beer.

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Characters watch and discuss horror movies. The titles are listed, but no scary details are discussed.

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Some name brands are mentioned, mostly for world building. Horror movies and book titles are listed, as are song titles.

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Positive role models.

Persephone shows some emotional growth over the course of the novel, moving from a self-absorbed, passive thirteen-year-old to a grown woman wanting to resolve past mistakes. She exercises to improve her mental health and is upfront about seeing a therapist for her anxiety attacks. There is mention of teenage bullying, which is looked down on by the main characters. Friendships are wrought with miscommunications and the need to impress. The parents are fairly supportive of their children, encouraging safe sex, open communication and mutual respect. However, the teenagers have plenty of unsupervised time at all hours of the day and night, which leads to sex and underage drinking. Overall, the characters don't show enough emotional growth, communication skills and maturity to be positive role models.

Diverse Representations

Two of the main characters have Polish ancestors and work at a Polish restaurant. Main characters are White. One side character is Black and one is Asian American. Characters are all straight and described as attractive and physically fit. Two kids are being raised by a single mom, with a deceased father. One kid is an only child.

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Brief descriptions of Polish food. One character is studying to be a doctor and describes some anatomy.

Parents need to know that Every Summer After by Carley Fortune is a slow-burn romance written for adults, though the main characters are teenagers for much of the novel. After years of silence between Persephone and Sam, she's returning to the small town where they spent their summers together as kids, only to be confronted by Sam and thr love she never stopped feeling for him. The story includes flirting, kissing, skinny dipping, caressing, nudity and detailed descriptions of various sexual acts, including oral and vaginal sex. Teenagers make out frequently. Some teens are sexually active, but all graphic descriptions are of adults engaging in consensual sex and include nipple play, oral sex, hand jobs, fingering and dry humping, as well as intercourse, culminating in orgasms. Male bodies are objectified, with comments about their muscular chests and nice butts. There is little violence, with one character obsessed with horror movies, but no descriptions. Swearing includes "f--k," " s--t," "d--k," "t-ts," "ass," "hell," "clit," "balls," "bitch," and "God" and "Jesus" as expressions.

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What's the Story?

In EVERY SUMMER AFTER, Persephone Fraser is only 13 when she and her parents start spending their summers at Barry's Bay, a small town outside of Toronto. There she meets Sam, the boy next door who becomes her best friend. Each summer, they swim, work in his mom's restaurant, and spend endless hours together reading. As the years pass, Sam and Percy's relationship grows deeper until the spark between them is undeniable. But when 18-year-old Percy makes the biggest mistake of her life, she leaves Barry's Bay, and Sam, behind. More than a decade later, Percy returns to the lake town for Sam's mother's funeral, and comes face to face with the man she never stopped loving. Will Percy be able to make amends for the decisions that drove them apart, or will their love remain a thing of the past?

Is It Any Good?

The mystery of why Percy and Sam stopped seeing each other is interesting enough to keep the reader invested as the story bounces between the past and the present. Between the slow-burn romance, the nostalgia of long summers by the lake, and the puzzle of what drove the main characters apart, Every Summer After has enough plot and character development to keep you reading. And yet, Carley Fortune's characters often make terrible decisions, and while some of the early choices feel age appropriate, as the characters age, their lack of communication and ultimate betrayals are disappointing.

The summer vibes in the early flashback chapters make for a fun beach read, but the plot becomes predictable in the second half, and the ensuing drama changes the feel of the story. Ultimately, neither character is dynamic enough to truly root for, and readers may feel a bit let down by the end. It's got enough going for it to pull readers to the inevitable romance conclusion, but it's also just an ok book.

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Book Details

• Author : Carley Fortune
• Genre : Romance
• Topics : Friendship
• Character Strengths : Courage
• Book type : Fiction
• Publisher : Berkley
• Publication date : November 22, 2022
• Publisher's recommended age(s) : 18 - 18
• Number of pages : 320
• Available on : Paperback, Audiobook (unabridged), Hardback, iBooks, Kindle
• Last updated : August 20, 2024

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