Available now from Snowy Wings Publishing as paperback and e-book: 

Jasper Faulks and the Passage of Time

MYSTERY – ADVENTURE – MINOR HEROICS

Twin revelations upend sixteen-year-old Santa Monica native Jasper Faulks’ near-normie existence after Dad disappears on the second anniversary of Mom’s death: Dad used to be a member of a secret society of time benders, and Jasper himself inherited the talent. 

His new power to operate at staggering pace puts him in the crosshairs of the equally skilled magnate who snatched his father. Brave but ultimately doomed, Jasper’s solo effort to rescue Dad goes awry, and he awakens shackled and primed for nefarious medical procedures. 

Okay, so he’s no superhero. Bummer. At least he made some friends along the way. How else could he hope to stop time long enough to free himself, save Dad, and escape a collapsing underground lair in the Swiss Alps? He’ll need to find some pants first, though. After all, nobody has ever successfully escaped from anywhere in an open-back hospital gown.

The novel channels a classic action-adventure and coming-of-age vibe, but remains grounded in present-day teen protagonists. Fans of Michael Vey, The Maze Runner, or Netflix’s Stranger Things will appreciate this tightly knit paranormal tale with dashes of whimsy and nostalgia. 

Praise for Jasper Faulks and the Passage of Time:

“Thrilling and suspenseful… [A]n outstanding science-fiction novel. It is a fabulous story containing fascinating characters, a complex plot, and an engaging storyline that builds to a shocking and explosive conclusion. The plot’s clever twists and turns create a web of intrigue that had me glued to the pages until I reached the exciting finale. The story is sure to entertain everyone aged twelve and up who enjoys science-fiction novels starring adolescent heroes and those stories infused with mystery, intrigue, and the elements of risk and danger.” – Susan Sewell, Reader’s Favorite (5/5 Stars)

“The unique charm of this book is the way the author, Milan Obradovic, gave this power to ordinary adults and teenagers and then allows the reader to watch how it impacts them for the good and the bad. Jasper, Maya and another character named Eva are especially interesting as they grapple with the effects. Overall, these characters and several others are well-written, making it easy to become emotionally involved in their plight as the story progresses. The plot moves at a brisk pace, full of unexpected peril and lots of twists and turns. I highly recommend Jasper Faulks and the Passage of Time for a fun and exciting young adult adventure.” – Scott Cahan, Reader’s Favorite (5/5 stars)

I’m proud to announce that Jasper Faulks and the Passage of Time is now part of the Indie California collection of books from local authors available exclusively on the BiblioBoard Library mobile and web platform in the state of California. Click here to to check it out.