Arthur Templar and the Psychic Detectives: The Case of the Nibiru

Twelve-year-old Arthur Templar knows he is different. He can ripple the tunnel of time. But he is unaware that he is a Timethreader. He can read minds He can talk to animals. He is not alone, even though he often thinks he is. Arthur's two best friends also have unique powers. Erin has heightened psychic empathy. She is a healer. Torin has advanced abilities to see deep into hidden places from anywhere. They can also read minds and talk to animals. Are their psychic powers enough to stop a mysterious and dangerous Nibiruan rare earth mining operation from destroying Elderberry Valley and the star people living there? The young detectives are surprised, deceived and misdirected by the Nibiruan criminals, who prove to be devious and cunning. Can Arthur and his friends devise a plan to defeat these otherworld criminals? In the end, will they save their precious valley? How? A reader described the novel as a 'gentle' story about maturing minds and enduring friendships. It is suitable for Primary School and early High School libraries. So, while there are no furry animals jumping over each other to reach the strawberry tarts, it is meant for literate 10-year-olds to 15-year-olds. It is a story made for reading aloud. Arthur and his friends are mature, well-balanced, decent kids. They are excellent role models for kids searching for their own identities. You should find it an enjoyable read if you are an adult. One reader read it three times and said it revealed more with each read.