The Midnight Guardians

Montgomery is a captivating storyteller. This historical fantasy is part “Chronicles of Narnia,” part The Magic Faraway Tree and carries the feel of an instant classic. . . . The spirits who guide and protect Col are often delightfully silly, providing moments of levity amid the danger that will draw younger readers into the adventure. . . . A must-purchase for middle grade collections. Fast-paced and imaginative, this novel blends fantasy and adventure with a compelling historical backdrop, offering readers both excitement and a glimpse into life during World War II.
—School Library Journal (starred review)

For all the potentially scary and tragic elements, Montgomery infuses the story with a brisk sense of adventure as he repeatedly finds ways to get his characters out of tight spots and even gives them both the odd jolly moment before the long-delayed seasonal tide climactically turns at last. Myth and history intertwine for a grand adventure.
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Richly imagined fantasy fare recalls elements of C.S. Lewis, intertwining with the stark realities of wartime Britain to create a narrative that is at once suspenseful and hopeful. Themes of courage and sacrifice lend emotional weight to the action, while the historical setting grounds the magical adventure. The result is a stirring and atmospheric tale.
—Publishers Weekly