Thirteen-year-old Piper and ten-year-old autistic Phoenix Guthrie have been sent to live with their aunt Beryl after the tragic passing of their mother. The children’s father went missing two years prior while he was on a special construction project in a different country.

The narrator of this story is a book named Novus Fabula whose name in Latin means “new story”. This book happens to find a new reader at the time when the reader needs it most.

I thought the depiction of autism in this novel was spot on and presented an accurate portrayal of life on the autism spectrum. I also thought this novel dealt with grief in a delicate and beautiful way. The definition of “Everywhen” was also extremely heartwarming and I found myself reading these pages over quite several times. I may even have them highlighted to read later.

A big thank you to NetGalley and B&H Publishing for allowing me to read an early copy of this book!

I have posted my review already over on my Goodreads account.

A wonder-filled adventure, with real world truths that stand strong after the last page is turned.



Piper and Phoenix are a brother and sister, who share a special bond. After the death of their mother and disappearance of their father they are sent to live with their father's older sister Aunt Beryl, where the discover a mysterious and wonderful book.



I loved how this book is told from the perspective of the book, and I couldn't help but think multiple times that this would make a fantastic audiobook read by a grandfatherly man with a cultured accent.



For me this book struck all the right notes, and is a story that could easily be enjoyed by the whole family, though the target reading level is middle grade/tween. This book will be especially appreciated by booklovers, as many well-beloved books are mentioned throughout, and Piper is a girl after my book-loving heart.



There are many wonderful characters, I especially liked Mr. Greene, and his kind, thoughtful countenance. Phoenix is a very intelligent boy, and I loved the relationship between him and his sister. There are fun quotes woven throughout the book at the beginning of each new chapter, some real and some made up, and I loved how they enhanced the story. Also this book does an excellent job of capturing the fantastic whimsy of this story, while revealing solid truths in a natural way that flowed within the fibers of the story without feeling forced.



I went into this book not knowing what to expect, and came away completely blown away and impressed with how well written this book was, and how well it presented spiritual truths. It is a book that stays with you after the last page is turned down, and the more I thought about the things that I liked in preparation for this review, the more things I found to appreciate. This book has a classic and inviting feel to it, and even though the main characters are children I never thought that this story over simplified or talked down to the reader, which brought to mind warm thoughts of Narnia and Mister Rogers Neighborhood. This is a wonderful adventure that I highly recommend for the whole family!



I received a complimentary ecopy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

A magical book provides narration and transforms a family in this new middle grade novel. How would you like to read a book that tells your story, but makes you feel like a new and improved version of yourself? The Novus Fabula is meant to be enjoyed and shared, not left on a dusty bookshelf. A final message reminds us that "Everyone's story matters." Piper and Phoenix will capture the hearts of readers and make everyone wish for such a book. And perhaps we already have one. Could Mackey be using the special book as a metaphor for the Bible? It most certainly contains good news.

Thank you to B&H Books and NetGalley for a DRC in exchange for an honest review.

Sometimes a reader can find a perfect book at just the right time. When tragedy strikes, Piper and her younger brother, who has autism, move in with their Aunt Beryl. Aunt Beryl is not used to being around kids. Stuck in a mansion with little to do the children find themselves by reading.
I love how this book consistently refers to great works of literature. Some younger readers may get confused when the story changes points of view throughout. Overall, this is a great book for people who love literature and love to read.

I am one of the lucky ones that had the pleasure of reading The Edge of Everywhen before publication.

First, I'm going to say, stick with it. When I first started to read, I do admit that I nearly put it down and not pick it up again. Immediately I thought it was very clever being told from the perspective of an actual book, but the first chapter or so was very wordy (for a lack of a better description). I had started to read this to my almost teenager, she didn't want me to read anymore because of the clever big words used and not knowing what some of them were and the over descriptions.

I found myself bored and so picked this up again and again nearly put it down for its references to God. From the way it was mentioned I thought it was going to turn out to be a book pushing religion at me, which is something I tend to avoid as I like to keep my beliefs to myself and don't like it when it feels like people are trying to force their views onto me. I am glad I did not put it down again. Once the first couple of chapters were finished it moved into a lovely flow and was easy to read in the end and I did not want to put it down.

I enjoyed reading about spirited Piper whose love of the written word was endearing. Phoenix, an autistic boy who sends secret messages to his sister, loves books as much as her and has a way with animals as well as his own special gifts.

Mr Greene and Sophia were also great characters and easy to relate to.

I found it difficult to relate to the aunt because we seldom see her in this book until the end when it is too late for me to feel anything about her.

The father as well, I thought he was a bit short changed. I was very interested to see what would happen and how he would make it back, but felt it was skipped through. It didn't change my like for this title, but it made me wish there was just a bit more.

All and all, I am glad I read this. I will recommend to those I feel will enjoy and I will most likely pick this up again and read it for the second time.

This was a very unique and interesting book. I did have trouble at first getting into the book but once I got going, I really didn't want to put it down. I love coming across something unique. It's refreshing. This book felt magical. A bit like reading the Narnia series. I loved the christian fantasy feel to it. I have certain students in mind to suggest this to and I can't wait to share it with them. I look forward to more from this author.

I loved this book! This was the first book I have ever read with a point of view of a book. This book began as many books do with two children left at a home with a relative that never wanted them. But that is where the similarities end. It was a book of intrigue and mystery in a beautiful way. The character development and world building was wonderfully done. The way this author portrayed a person with a disability was expertly done. I will wait impatiently for another book from this author.