John Sazaklis, New York Times bestselling author of Spider-Man Unmasked!  and Secrets of the Batcave

This superlative family drama boasts a first-rate cast and paranormal touches.

—Kirkus Reviews

 

Tom Starace is an exceptional storyteller who writes in dazzling prose.

—The Book Commentary Reviewed By: Bertin Drizller

A must-read for anyone who seeks out heroes in the world in which they live.  

John Sazaklis, New York Times bestselling author

Extraordinary and unforgettable!

The Prairies Book Review

Excellent read and great story! 

—Amazon Reviewer

 

A fast-paced, page-turner of a novel that brings Quantum Leap to a teenage boy.

—Amazon Reviewer

 

The perfect blend of suspense and humor!

—Maggie Rothman, educator

 

A wonderful YA novel that you don’t have to be a kid to love!

—John Terracuso, author of A Fool Among Fools

 

This is an unputdownable book.

—Readers Choice

 

Looking forward to reading more books by Tom in the future.

— _sassy_39


Adam is 16 years old and lives on an apple farm. He has a big family, lots of friends, and is normal in every way. Except one.

Jimmy is 15 and new in town. He lives with his father, has no friends, and no memory of the tragedy that killed his mother.

Kip is a 7-year-old boy who lives in secret with his brother. Nobody knows he’s there. But now his brother has disappeared.

Valerie is used to being mocked and bullied by the mean girls. And now they have played the meanest trick yet.

Jimmy, Kip, and Valerie have one thing in common—they meet Adam. Through Adam’s special power their lives are changed forever. They become heroes.

HERO MAKER is a story of fathers and sons, of family and friends, of bravery and decency, and apple pie.