“If I read a book and it makes my whole body so cold no fire can ever warm me, I know that is poetry.”

~ Emily Dickinson 

“Over Treasure Island I let my fire die in winter without knowing I was freezing.”

~ J.M. Barrie

Read [reed] --verb:

1. To utter aloud or render in speech what one SEES written.
2. To look at carefully so as to UNDERSTAND the meaning or significance of.
3. To DISCOVER or explain the meaning of.

The Review Process:

The review process can be a long and arduous task. While Partners Again is currently in the process of soliciting reviews from major review sources such as Kirkus, Boston Globe, VOYA, and more, we have still been fortunate to land some very stellar reviews from the following, smaller entities. If you are interested in reviewing Partners Again for your publication, site, or cause please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . And if you are simply a fan--no matter your age--and would like to send me your very own review, by all means, please do. Above all, I love to hear the thoughts of my fans; how the book left you shivering in the middle of the night, or how it set your heart afire.

  A “rip-roarin’, hootin’ tootin’ adventure!”

  “There’s something for everyone…middle graders through adult readers.”

  Jen Weiss, Editor, Harper Collins

    “A read fit for the imagination!”

  “A Young-Adult book filled with vivid imagination.”

 “Partners Again is written with a kid’s perspective in mind. The author has crafted a well-written, multi-layered and entertaining tale based on the workings of a young person’s imagination. The issue of parental separation is relevant and important in many kids’ lives, and this book deals with it in a unique way. There is even a glossary of some of the more advanced words at the end of the book, which is a great way to help young readers learn new vocabulary.”

  The Dove Foundation   (www.Dove.Org, Family Approved Starred Review)

"Arthur T. Lee constructs a highly intelligent and original world in PARTNERS AGAIN that appeals to all."

Rebecca Wells, TeensReadToo.com (Starred Review)

"Partners Again" is a unique and original tale for children to read, with enough spin to appeal to higher age groups. 

Midwest Book Review

"The author's dedication to entertaining his readers is as prevalent as his desire to inspire education. He includes definitions of certain words in the back of the books. The prose is descriptive and engages all of the senses. Short, tight sentences add to the unpredictable, interesting, and constantly active pace of the story. The two main characters, Albert and PJ, come alive through their vivid perceptions of their individual worlds."

"Partners Again has something for everyone and is a recommended, uplifting family read. It's a wonderful reminder of the enjoyment and power of the imagination."

Lisa Haselton, AllBooks Review (www.allbooksreviews.com)

(Partners Again's) unique storyline carries you into Albert’s fantasies. They are fun at one end of the spectrum and horrifying at the other.” The plot is “artfully woven (throughout) the story. The twist definitely adds a new and harrowing dimension for PJ and Albert. The author is very clever at weaving Albert’s fantasy into what seems like reality.” “Have fun reading this book!” “Ideal for late Middle Grade Readers and Young Adults.”

    Barbara L. Fielder, Armchair Interviews (Winner Writer's Digest 101 Best Sites for Writers)

“Arthur Lee’s new teen-targeted work of creative fiction Partners Again tells the story of Albert McTweed, who is dealing with the separation of his parents. Partners Again incorporates positive elements, such as encouraging children to overcome many obstacles they encounter when dealing with friends, family, and school. The book’s resolution shows that a strong family can triumph over trouble and evil. The writing style is engaging while still at a level which many children can understand. With different chapters presenting the story from different characters’ perspectives, the reader is never bored.”

Lauren Perry, Parents Television Council (www.parentstv.org)

 "Partners Again appeals to both children and adults with its straight shootin’ style and can-do attitude. Lee handles the complex themes with sensitivity and imagination, bringing to life one special boy who learns that the line between reality and fiction is not always an obvious one. One of the great strengths of this story is that Lee refuses to talk down to his audience, creating a tell-it-as-it-is account of a world where bad things happen, but humor, loyalty, and love prove triumphant."

  Janelle Schaffner, Child Development Specialist