The Architect by Jonathan Starrett
I have the distinct honor of having known Jonathan Starrett for many years. To say that he's talented is an understatement. When he was the youth leader of our church, vacation Bible school (VBS) was nothing like you remember and it was aptly names, "Summer Explosion". I do actually remember a real explosion at least once. I got to see The Architect as it was played out on the stage, a few years ago. And, if I'm completely honest, I didn't understand what was going on because I came in on the end of the week of presentations, so I was really glad to read the whole book to get the whole story.
This is the story of Charlie, a homeless twelve year old girl in Phantom City, and a ragtag group that discover a huge secret that will change not only their lives but that lives of everyone in Phantom City. They've all grown up with the fable of the Blueprint of Tomorrow, a story about The Architect, who designs their destinies on a drafting table. But when The Architect actually speaks to Charlie, the artful deception that everyone has been living in starts to clear and the truth becomes apparent.
This fast-paced story written for middle schoolers clips along at a pace to keep even the busiest of kids intrigued and occupied until they can finish. Even I was glued to my tablet to get to the finale.
The Architect is an allegorical story about God and how he cares for each of His children and guides them for the wonderful life He has planned for them. I think your children will enjoy this book a great deal.
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