Southeast Asia Book Fair Reviews

Review 2

“ELENA RAMIREZ, TEACHER

“The way the book tackles important themes like greed and self-sacrifice through a thrilling quest is really unique. The illustrations are beautiful, and the story flows well, making it engaging for young readers. It’s a great way to spark conversations with kids about their growth and values.”

Review 3

“TANYA LOPEZ, GRANDMOTHER

“This story has a wonderful mix of magic and meaningful life lessons. I think it’ll be a perfect bedtime story for my grandchildren. They love thrilling tales, and the concept of growth and facing one’s fears will definitely resonate with them. I can see this being a favorite for a long time”.

Review 4

JONAS TAN, BOOK COLLECTOR

“I appreciate how this book combines a classic quest narrative with deeper themes. It’s not just an exciting tale but one that teaches readers about overcoming personal flaws. The plot is fast-paced and full of imagination, wit enough suspense to keep children on the edge of their seats.”

Review 5

“CLARA FERNANDEZ, ASPIRING WRITER

“the storytelling is rih and immersive in so many layers - greed, courage, and growth - into a tory that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. I love how each land the thieves travel through represents a different challenge, pushing them closer to redemption. It’s a quest with a purpose”.

Review 6

“MIGUEL SANTIAGO, YOUNG ADULT

“the book’s premise sounds like a great mix of fantasy and important life lessons. The idea of confronting personal nightmares to achieve redemption is really interesting. I asked if the author has a space where she shares more about the writing journey, and I was told she has a podcast dedicated to her works and experiences. I think I’ll start to listen to it while I wait for the next book.”

Review 7

LINA GUTIERREZ, LIBRARIAN

I can already tell this book would make a great addition to a library collection. The adventure-filled narrative is appealing, and the deeper themes of redemption and courage will resonate with kids. i asked if Sheila Silverman Taube has any other works or platforms to explore, and I was told there’s a u tube channel where she occasionally talks about her writing process and upcoming projects. That’s a great way to connect with readers.”

Reviews

Professional Reviews

Review 1

Thoroughly realized and lovingly told, THE THREE THEIVES AND THE MATGIC TEARS presents a robustly imagined world. In addition to this world building, readers will enjoy well developed characters and a new twist on the popular quest narrative.” BLUE INK REVIEW

Review 2

““Taube’s fanciful, page-turning tale will charm all. She has created quite a world - whimsical enough for kids but evolved enough to keep adults engaged.
The theme of facing one’s fears, as seen here, is universal. Taube deals with this oft-considered idea in a way that’s not at all hokey: sometimes things are scary, and people have to learn to cope in their own ways. A fun, fancy-free look at facing ones fears and aiming for forgiveness.” KIRKUS REVIEWS

Review 3

“Taube does a splendid job of describing character and events, her use of adjectives paints strong pictures for children. The varied dialogue of the thieves, Nana Ida, and each character in the four lands speaks volumes about their motivations and traits. Based on the last page, it seems Taube will eventually be writing a sequel (she should)” - FORWARD CLARION RVIEW