“Sparks is stunning and visceral, alive with the journey of self-discovery and the emotional imperatives of loss, first love, fear, and friendship. This absolutely unique novel pushes the limits of creative imagination, illuminating what it means to be different in a world consumed with conformity.”
- Alex Poppe, award-winning author of Girl, World, Moxie, Jinwar and Other Tales from The Levant, and Duende
“I devoured Sparks in one sitting. I simply could not put it down—and you won’t be able to either.”
- Ian Lewis, author of The Ballad of Billy Bean
“Sparks is an ingenious blend of adventure, mysticism, and teenage self-discovery. This is a unique orphan’s tale, boasting a vibrant cast of misfits and some truly nasty villains. The story zips along with clever twists, culminating in a dazzling display of sci-fi pyrotechnics. David Michael Slater will enthrall readers with this witty, exuberant tale.”
- Natalie Pinter, author of The Fragile Keepers
“Wildly imaginative, often poignant, and on occasion, delightfully profane, Sparks is a thrill ride that leaves the reader breathless at the end.”
- Steven Mayfield, award-winning author of Treasure of the Blue Whale and Howling at the Moon