I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
Welcome to the Blog Tour for How to Kill a Giant by Carol Schlorff, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
About the Book
Title: How to Kill a Giant
Series: How to Be a Hero #1
Author: Carol Schlorff
Publisher: Elk Lake Publishing Inc
Release Date: June 11, 2023
Genre: Middle Grade Action and Adventure Fiction
He lost his courage. Will meeting a real superhero help him find it?
An awful summer . . . Thirteen-year-old Hugo is miserable. His move to a small Pennsylvania town has brought him nothing but trouble. Ignored by his new classmates and a favorite target for the school bullies, Hugo lets fear rule his life. It’s going to be a long summer.
An unexpected twist . . . Hugo meets siblings Julia and Stefan, who are just as unhappy as he is. After finding a mysterious old Bible, all three are magically transported to ancient Israel, where they meet the young shepherd David, who suspects they’re spies. The trio is caught up in a scary world where danger lurks on every side.
A terrifying adventure . . . As Hugo and his friends navigate the perils of this strange and frightening land, Hugo must face his greatest fear—that he’s a coward. His only hope of survival is to learn the secret of David’s bravery, but will he do so in time to face his biggest test? Find out in this thrilling tale of courage, friendship, and faith.
How to Kill a Giant is a 2024 Christian Indie Awards Winner.
Review: How to Kill a Giant is a short, quick read featuring a group of three kids who find themselves suddenly transported back to ancient Israel, meeting David and encountering trouble, strange foods, and more along the way. I read it alongside my thirteen year old and we both enjoyed it, though I felt at times the writing was a bit stilted and forced, especially in the beginning. Once they reach ancient Israel, the story moves along with great excitement for the most part. I enjoyed the themes of friendship and learning to be brave. I appreciated how the story showed character growth in the main character, taking him from a place of fear and timidity to a place of being able to do what is right.
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About the Author
Carol Schlorff’s passion is to write exciting stories that encourage, inspire, and boost the reader’s faith, possibly because she has always felt like an outsider. She was born in North Africa to American parents and grew up in France. At age 15, her family’s abrupt move to Philadelphia resulted in a rough transition to American life.
After graduating from Penn State, Carol joined the Army in search of adventure. She was stationed in exotic—for her—locations like California, Arizona, and Texas. Since then, Carol has lived in Cracow, Poland, where she teaches English and organizes language camps. She also writes a blog on faith-related topics. Carol enjoys caring for her cat, Tabasco, watching a good murder mystery, and getting nervous while watching NFL games. Connect with her on her blog and Facebook.Tour Giveaway
(2) winners will each receive a $30 Amazon gift card and a copy of How to Kill a Giant (winner’s choice between paperback or kindle)!
Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight June 11, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on June 18, 2025. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
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Thanks for taking the time to read and review my book 🙂
Thank you for taking the time to read and review my book 🙂
You are welcome! Thanks for giving me a copy!
i love that you read it with your kiddo!
Yes! We had so much fun snuggling up on the couch and reading it together.
Sounds like a great read.
I hope you like it!
This looks exceptionally good. Thanks for sharing.
Sounds exciting.
Really enjoy the cover art.
It is very cool cover art!