Twinkle

A tragic accident, a magical discovery, and a storm that threatens to change everything 
From USA TODAY Bestselling Author Nathan Goodman comes an inspiring story of hope.
As the endearing old storyteller hobbles toward the group of school children, none suspect that he will bring them back in time to witness history, and to confront their most daunting questions. As the story unfolds, Jupiter, a slave boy, is suddenly orphaned. But when he and the daughter of the plantation owner discover a magical place in the forest, their lives are changed forever. Then as a hurricane bears down on the coastal lowlands, Jupiter and Remmie must bring everyone, both good and evil, inside the Magic Place. But who will the Magic Place admit, and who will perish? Twinkle will tug at your every heart string, and tickle your soul. Come on inside to the windey, warm, waterway, for the Magic Place lies within... 

Nathan Goodman's compelling storyTwinkle has been hailed as a modern day rekindling of the spirit of Uncle Remus. 

Reviews: 
"A wholesome historical fiction book that should be made into a series. The compelling characters, good vs. evil, all set against the backdrop of the slave plantations of coastal Georgia." 

"...puts basic faith in terms anyone can understand and answers so many questions that are in the hearts of believers and non believers alike. I will read this again and again. I can just hear Jesus calling." 

"This book will hunt, as they used to say. Historical fiction of the best type. Reminds me of the Chronicles of Narnia." 

"This one will definitely be a best selling Christian book." 

"a book of spiritual wisdom that people of every age will enjoy...takes the reader on a surprising adventure series that invites you to let Jesus into your heart, find 'The Magic Place,' and explore what it means to truly be free." 

"...with Jesus calling, these explanations are accessible in this enchanting historical fiction tale." 

"Historical fiction book for the whole family. Not a romance, but filled with love, mystery, guilt and a set of callings." 

Other book titles similar to Twinkle: 
The Chronicles of Narnia, by C.S. Lewis 
The Shack, by William P. Young 
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, by C.S. Lewis 
The Magician's Nephew, by C.S. Lewis 
The Fairest Beauty, by Melanie Dickerson 
Prince Caspian: The Return to Narnia, by C.S. Lewis 
The Bronze Bow, by Elizabeth George Speare 

Other best selling books by Nathan Goodman: 
Protocol One
The Fourteenth Protocol 
Protocol 15 
Breach of Protocol
Rendition Protocol