“[A] coming-of-age story with immense heart, wit, and courage...Dr. Hockwater has succeeded in creating an adventurous time travel/alternate history story that easily resonates with teen and young adult readers. Excellent characters, a fast-paced plot, unexpected moments in history, serious bad guys, and a wide range of emotions combine to create a definite winner for mid-grade through young adult readers. Dr. Hockwater provides a wide range of emotions in this well-written story that will have readers hoping for more stories about Carter Knox, his family, and friends. With short chapters that allow the reader to zoom through this story, and plenty of goofy teenage moments to lighten the tension, Dr. Michael J. Hockwater's Carter Knox and the Lost Legacy is just the adventure readers are clamoring for.”

“Middle school students looking for more fiction about gods and action heroes their age will likely enjoy this book and wonder if, and when, a second book is slated for release."

“Carter Knox and The Lost Legacy is a fast-paced, imaginative adventure layered with mystery and rich in atmosphere. From eerie museum halls to ancient ruins steeped in legend, the story sweeps readers into a world where history, myth, and danger collide. At its core, it's not only a race to preserve the past but also a journey of friendship, bravery, and self-discovery. Dr. Michael J. Hockwater writes with the true heart of a storyteller, blending intrigue, emotional depth, and page-turning suspense. Both teens and adults will find themselves captivated by this tale - a story that lingers long after the last page. Carter emerges as an unforgettable hero, destined to capture the imagination of all who are brave enough to travel with him on his adventure."