The Nightland Express

Praise for Shadows of the Dark Crystal:
"With deft nods to the original Dark Crystal movie and a passionate attention to detail, the author has fashioned an impressive prequel... Readers who crave otherworld fantasy...will enjoy discovering this new series." -School Library Journal

"Characters and situations are compelling, and this first of a planned four-volume series aptly sets the stage and the conflict and tugs strongly on the heartstrings, setting readers up for more great adventures" -Booklist
Praise for Shadows of the Dark Crystal:

"Jesse and Ben's journey as Pony Express riders is thrilling, but their voyages of self-ones that defy maps, road markers, and what society would have them be-make the The Nightland Express truly shine. Make no mistake, there is no fool's gold to be found here: The Nightland Express is a poignant, gripping novel." -Lillie Lainoff, author of Junior Library Guild selection One For All

"With deft nods to the original Dark Crystal movie and a passionate attention to detail, the author has fashioned an impressive prequel... Readers who crave otherworld fantasy...will enjoy discovering this new series." -School Library Journal

"Characters and situations are compelling, and this first of a planned four-volume series aptly sets the stage and the conflict and tugs strongly on the heartstrings, setting readers up for more great adventures" -Booklist


"Jesse and Ben's journey as Pony Express riders is thrilling, but their voyages of self-ones that defy maps, road markers, and what society would have them be-make the The Nightland Express truly shine. Make no mistake, there is no fool's gold to be found here: The Nightland Express is a poignant, gripping novel." -Lillie Lainoff, author of Junior Library Guild selection One For All

"With sparkling prose, a rich historical setting, and characters both enchanted and enchanting, The Nightland Express is a cleverly entertaining take on the Old West. The seamless integration of history and magic is enriched by an elegant, multifaceted commentary on identity and culture." -Jodie Lynn Zdrok, author of Spectacle and Sensational

Praise for Shadows of the Dark Crystal:
"With deft nods to the original Dark Crystal movie and a passionate attention to detail, the author has fashioned an impressive prequel... Readers who crave otherworld fantasy...will enjoy discovering this new series." -School Library Journal

"Characters and situations are compelling, and this first of a planned four-volume series aptly sets the stage and the conflict and tugs strongly on the heartstrings, setting readers up for more great adventures" -Booklist
"Vibrant, lush, and clever . . . The journey across the Old West-and beyond-lets readers ask timeless questions about identity and destiny, and J.M. Lee answers them with kindness, hope, and a touch of magic." -Amanda Hocking, New York Times-bestselling author of the Trylle series

"Jesse and Ben's journey as Pony Express riders is thrilling, but their voyages of self-ones that defy maps, road markers, and what society would have them be-make the The Nightland Express truly shine. Make no mistake, there is no fool's gold to be found here: The Nightland Express is a poignant, gripping novel." -Lillie Lainoff, author of Junior Library Guild selection One For All

"With sparkling prose, a rich historical setting, and characters both enchanted and enchanting, The Nightland Express is a cleverly entertaining take on the Old West. The seamless integration of history and magic is enriched by an elegant, multifaceted commentary on identity and culture." -Jodie Lynn Zdrok, author of Spectacle and Sensational

"Set your heart to believe in this tension-filled, fast-paced, and ultimately hopeful story." -H. M. Bouwman, author of Minnesota Book Awards finalist A Crack in the Sea

"A magical tale filled with heart and spirit as it explores themes of identity and belonging." -Aamna Qureshi, IPBA award-winning author of The Lady or the Lion