Far World, Water Keep by J. Scott Savage and a Giveaway
What can I say about Far World, Water Keep by J. Scott Savage that those of you who are big blog browsers haven’t already heard? Because seriously, he has got to be one of the smartest marketers I know, and also one of the tiredest. Who doesn’t love him? Everybody is reading his book and it’s not even out yet! I’ll tell you what I love about J. Scott Savage – he’s my neighbor. Yep, a local Utah author. You have got to love that. I’m hoping to run into him one of these days but we don’t seem to run in the same circles, at least yet. And you should visit the Far World website, because even though it actually doesn’t have any content yet, it was cool enough to call my husband over to take a look.
Far World is fantasy. I have to admit that I’m reading a lot more fantasy this year but don’t consider myself well read in this genre at all. In fact, I’m far from it. After mentioning to J. Scott Savage that he could end up with a review like this one, he said he was willing to take the chance! But I’m really worried that I’m not going to be completely honest about this review because I read Far World a good six weeks ago (not a good idea to let books stack up for reviews) and well, my memory is a bit rusty. I’m sure I’ve forgotten some of the things that I was thinking while reading it.
Okay, so let me assume you don’t know what Far World is about. Because really, like I mentioned earlier, if you are prone to browsing book blogs, chances are pretty good that you’ve already seen this one reviewed a hundred times (which by the way, I haven’t seen a negative review yet). In Far World, Marcus Kanenas is thirteen. An orphan (which makes me think of my recent review of The Willoughby’s by Lois Lowry) and a cripple confined to a wheelchair. Marcus dreams of a place where he’s not an outcast, in his mind he calls it Farworld. Marcus is different for more reasons than being in a wheelchair, he can also do things that other kids can’t. Magic. Marcus magically travels to Farworld and meets another orphan Kyja, who also is different from everybody in her world. She can’t do magic in a world where everything is.
Master Therapass is a wizard who knows the history of both children and how they are connected to each other. The fate of Farworld is in their hands. But the Dark Circle is growing in their evil influence and are out to get both children. Their only hope is to find the four mythical Elementals – water, land, air and fire – and convince them to help. Marcus and Kyja jump back and forth between Farworld and Earth as they search for the Elementals and attempt to avoid the Dark Circle. This first book in what will be a series, dealt with the search of the water elemental. So we have to a lot to look forward to when the other books come out.
Far World was full of adventure. It was extremely fast paced. I loved how I didn’t have to wait for anything to happen. Things moved along quickly. If you have a reluctant reader in your house, especially a reluctant boy reader, in your house, Far World will be perfect.
I do remember being a bit perturbed with just how magical everything was in Far World. I mean, even the grass talked! I thought it was pushed to far and I got really distracted. But I think young readers will probably like that a whole lot more than me. Also, as soon as I finished the book, I turned to the front cover and told my husband, “Uh oh, this is not a good sign. I just finished the book and I don’t have a clue who these people are on the front cover.” But luckily I was able to ask the author directly about this and you’ll find out the answer in my author interview tomorrow.
J. Scott Savage has offered to do a giveaway at each blog who received a ARC. So if you keep entering and haven’t won yet, you have another chance. Simply mention here that you’d like to enter and you’ll be entered to receive a signed Advanced Reading Copy before the book hits the store.
I’ll be interviewing the author tomorrow. In the mood for strawberry soup? J. Scott Savage will teach us how to make it!
Hey you! Yes. You! I've noticed that you've stopped by to visit a few times! But I don't know who you are. Why don't you take a moment and introduce yourself. Don't be scared. I try not to bite. I know you're a lurker but I'd love to hear your thoughts about what's been bringing you here. And if you haven't done so already, don't forget to never miss a post by subscribing to my feed or receiving updates by email. Thanks for visiting!
Tags: blog tour, E-H Title, fable, fantasy, Fiction, LDS author, male author, published 2008, Publisher: Shadow Mountain, Q-T Author, review copy, series, Utah author
 |
| or | 
|
Maw Books has an affiliate relationship with several bookstores, including Indiebound, Powell’s, and Amazon . When you buy a product (not just books – any product), via one of my links, Maw Books earns income from the sale and as always, it’s much appreciated as all affiliate income is used to support the blog. There is no cost to you.
Well, I knew Scott was Mormon, but I thought he lived in Arizona…where did I get that idea? LOL.
He IS a brilliant marketer, isn’t he?
on August 27th, 2008 at 10:50 amhey.. i’d like to be entered to receive a signed copy of this one!
on August 27th, 2008 at 11:56 amThanks!
Sounds like a great book! I’d love to be entered in the giveaway! I’ve really been enjoying your blog by the way…
on August 27th, 2008 at 2:01 pmInterestingly enough, I hadn’t heard of this before. I’m always up for more fantasy so I will check it out. I would love to be entered in the giveaway!
on August 27th, 2008 at 4:14 pmHi,
I grew up as a reluctant reader. Now I write action-adventures & mysteries, especially for boys 8 and up, that kids hate to put down. My web site is at http://www.maxbooks.9k.com and my Books for Boys blog is at http://booksandboys.blogspot.com I also have a short story in a new book called LAY UPS and LONG SHOTS, published by Darby Creek Publishing.
My other books are all ranked by Accelerated Reader
Max Elliot Anderson
on August 27th, 2008 at 4:30 pmHello! I have two sons who are reluctant readers. Fantasy is one genre I enjoy! Please enter me in your book drawing. Much appreciated.
on August 27th, 2008 at 5:51 pmThanks, Cindi
Sounds very interesting. I would love to read it. Please enter me.
on August 27th, 2008 at 7:33 pm[...] Recent Comments Interview with J. Scott Savage, Author of Far World, Water Keep on Fablehaven by Brandon Mullaart on The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho and a ConfessionNatasha Maw on Something HUGE is Coming!Laura H on The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho and a ConfessionLaura H on Something HUGE is Coming!Alyssa on The Tale of Shannon Hale and a . . . Zucchini (????)Kay on Speak by Laurie Halse AndersonJeane on Speak by Laurie Halse AndersonJeane on Quotes from The Alchemist by Paulo CoelhoAnita Yancey on Far World, Water Keep by J. Scott Savage and a Giveaway [...]
on August 28th, 2008 at 12:54 amI must be living in a cave. I’d never heard of it. Bt it dows sound interesting and who doesn’t want to recieve an advanced signed copy of any book! Enter me please
on August 28th, 2008 at 7:46 amIt’s early 6:46 where I am and I had to wake up my daughter at 6 because she didn;t finish her homework last night because she was being naughty…..sorry for they typos but I think you get the jist of what I meat up there.
on August 28th, 2008 at 7:48 amThat sounds good. You can enter me please!
on August 28th, 2008 at 5:10 pmI’d love a copy of this!
on August 29th, 2008 at 7:27 amOh yes, I would love to win a copy of this book. Please enter me in the drawing!
on August 29th, 2008 at 10:23 pmWell, I guess I’m in the minority because I enjoy Fantasy and I’ve never heard of this book. It sounds like a lot of fun. Thanks for the review and the heads up!!
on August 30th, 2008 at 8:20 amPlease enter me, if you don’t mind shipping to Canada.
on August 30th, 2008 at 9:31 amMy Grandaughter saw Scott Savage at school the other day and told me about it. Please include me in your drawing
on September 28th, 2008 at 6:00 pmthank you for coming to our lakeview school last week. Thank s for sharing your talent with us. look forward to reading your next book that you write.
on February 5th, 2009 at 4:14 pmhope to see you at our school again sometime soon.
thanks again,
hayden
How did you get the idea to wright Far Wold
on February 6th, 2009 at 5:07 pmHi LaRae – J. Scott Savage can be found over on his blog: http://www.readfarworld.com/blog/ As much as I’d love to think he does, I doubt he follows this thread.
on February 8th, 2009 at 6:47 pmi loved your book!
on March 8th, 2009 at 4:45 pmhow do you do that card trick?
on March 27th, 2009 at 4:19 pmi’m payton meehan from kimberly school first row
um are you there?
on March 27th, 2009 at 4:21 pmI heard about your book from both of my kids the day you visited Sawtooth Elementary. It sounds very enjoyable and unfortunately as much as they both wanted a signed copy we weren’t able to go to the book signing due to both of them having soccer practice. Maybe next time around!!!
on March 30th, 2009 at 12:45 pmI don’t know what I would have done if i wouldn’t have read this book.
on April 12th, 2009 at 4:47 pmthis book is the coolest book and it sounds like alot of fun. i just got the book today its so cool
on September 1st, 2009 at 9:00 pmDear J. Scot Savege,
on September 18th, 2009 at 5:53 pmHow did you get the idea to rite your book?
What is your book about?
Why did you think of writing your book?
[...] Scott Savage, author of Far World, Water Keep (my book review) and its sequel Far World, Land Keep out this [...]
on September 26th, 2009 at 2:32 amMy son is driving me crazy to find out when book 2 will be released! We have pre-ordered it on Amazon (if you haven’t given away the signed copy, please sign us up!) and he checks every day to see if it has shipped. If you have any update from your neighbor, we would really, really appreciate it! Also, if he is doing any local Utah book signings, we would love to know that too. Thanks in advance for any updates!!!
on October 4th, 2009 at 8:13 pmDoes anyone know the Lexile reading code for Land Keep and Water Keep? Thanks
on April 19th, 2011 at 10:58 am