Loma - A MacIver Kids Adventure
Paperback: ISBN 978-0-9939636-6-7
Ebook: ISBN 978-0-9939636-7-4
Hardcover: Not Available
The MacIver Kids Adventures
Book 1 of 3
Plot Synopsis
Detailed Synopsis
In a quiet suburban neighborhood, the MacIvers—a Scottish couple who foster children—discover a mysterious baby left on their doorstep. The child, Allen, joins their growing family of adopted children, each with their own unique background and story. Despite his unexplained physical disability that affects his legs, Allen grows into a perceptive and gifted child with an uncanny ability to read people's thoughts and emotions.
After a movie night leads to mysterious encounters in the woods, where each child sees a different magical creature, the family discovers Allen's extraterrestrial origins. The alien leader Pinqua reveals their ship crashed years ago, and a vital crystal containing navigational data lies trapped inside a nearby mountain.
As a mysterious virus threatens both Allen and his alien kind, the children must race against time and the sinister Loma to retrieve the crystal. Their adventure tests family bonds, particularly when Amar faces the choice between his adoptive family and the possibility of reuniting with his biological parents.
The story culminates in a dramatic confrontation that transforms both the local forest and the family itself, proving that the strongest bonds aren't those of blood but of choice. Through themes of adoption, disability, cultural identity, and belonging, this tale reminds us that family can include even the most unexpected members—including those from the stars.
Genre Analysis
PRIMARY GENRE: Young Adult Science Fiction
Middle Grade Science Fiction
- Alien species and technology
- Interplanetary themes
- Advanced technology elements
- Hidden spacecraft
- Mysterious creatures
Contemporary Fantasy
- Supernatural elements in everyday settings
- Magical/otherworldly encounters in familiar places
- Blend of realistic and fantastic elements
Family Fiction
- Focus on family relationships
- Foster/adoption themes
- Sibling dynamics
- Intergenerational relationships
Adventure
- Quest narrative
- Physical challenges
- Mystery solving
- Team-based problem solving
Coming-of-Age
- Identity exploration
- Self-discovery
- Growing independence
- Making difficult choices
CROSS-GENRE ELEMENTS
Multicultural Fiction
- Indian cultural elements
- Scottish heritage
- Cross-cultural relationships
- Traditional storytelling
Disability Fiction
- Positive disability representation
- Adaptive technology
- Inclusion themes
Age Range Analysis
RECOMMENDED AGE RANGE: 10-13 (Grades 5-7)
CONTENT COMPLEXITY
- Complex family dynamics and themes of belonging
- Romance:Multiple character perspectives
- Science fiction concepts that require some abstract thinking
- Emotional depth in character relationships
READING LEVEL FACTORS
- Vocabulary is challenging but accessible
- Sentence structure is moderately complex
- Chapter length and overall book length suit middle-grade readers
- Balance of dialogue and description appropriate for this age
THEMATIC MATURITY
- Deals with serious topics (adoption, abandonment, disability) sensitively
- Contains mild suspense/peril without being overly frightening
- Explores identity and belonging in ways that resonate with pre-teens
- Family relationships portrayed with appropriate complexity
SECONDARY AUDIENCES
- Ages 8-9: More advanced younger readers, but may need support with themes
- Ages 14+: Could appeal to older readers who enjoy middle-grade sci-fi
Consider with caution for:
- Under 8: Themes too complex, some emotional content too mature
- Sensitive readers: May need support with scenes involving the Loma or family separation
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Book Catalog
Book | Series | Age Range |
---|---|---|
Loma | MacIver Kids Adventures | 10-13 |
Diversion | MacIver Kids Adventures | 12-17 |
Titan's Song | MacIver Kids Adventures | 12-17 |
Draconim Lacrima Mortis | Draconim | 12-17 |
Feeding The Fires | Draconim | 12-17 |
Inversion | Standalone | 18+ |
RePHleXions: Echoes of Existence | Standalone | 18+ |
Leviticus 25: Jubilee | Standalone | 16+ |
The Mountain Hermits Animal Tales | Standalone | 4-8 |