Bryce and the Lost Pearl, Derek Holser
Bryce and the Lost Pearl, Derek Holser
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Bryce and the Lost Pearl

Author: Derek Holser, Zach Fay

Series: Lightglider Origins #1

Narrator: Jesse Abeel

Unabridged: 5 hr 26 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: One Audiobooks

Published: 08/20/2025

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

Journey through time and space to the world of Glideon, where a group of teen Lightgliders are tasked with saving a mysterious land filled with Gliddles, talking spiders, and diabolical MachinesVictor Harbor, Australia, 2024Life is full of responsibilities for fifteen-year-old Bryce Holland. Between working at his uncle’s horse stables, playing his newly earned spot on the varsity basketball team, and leading a Bible study, the juggling act of his life is on the verge of a crash. The stress of a season-ending ankle sprain and seeing the girl he likes with the rival player who caused the injury, pushes Bryce over the edge and into making bad decisions.When his uncle’s Clydesdale, which he rides without permission, gets away from him, the search to find the horse sends Bryce wandering deep into the woods and into the alternate realm of Glideon. There he meets other teens, who have been tasked with rescuing the Gliddles from Machines that threaten the land. Along the way, Bryce and his new friends discover the mysterious pearl that will guide them in their journey to resurrect Lightglider Academy, rescue the Gliddles, and restore the land.First of seven books in the Lightglider Origins series for ages 8–14, telling the stories of teens from different time periods and locations around the world who are transported to the mystical land of Glideon to become Lightgliders.Fantasy adventure stories with relatable, authentic characters that affirm a biblical worldview and positive values.The Lightglider Origin series is based on the characters and story found in the Lightgliders virtual world of Christian faith, games, and community for kids.
 

About The Author

Derek Holser, MEd, MTh, JD, is an author, educator, and attorney. He and his wife, Leah, and their three teenage children live in Bainbridge Island, Washington. His many works include Atlas Forman & The Necessary Dream and BOY 39. He is dedicated to producing works of inspiration and education, which lead to personal and societal transformation.Zach Fay, MDiv, MBA, is the creator of Lightgliders, a virtual world of Christian faith, games, and community for kids. He and his wife, Margaret, live with their four young children in St. Louis, Missouri. He is inspired by the intersection of faith, reason, and imagination.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Jane on April 02, 2025

Holser and Fay have created a fantasy story that will appeal to preteens. The book starts in Australia so readers will get a taste of what life is like in that country. The plot later moves to a fantasy world where Bryce meets two other young teens who are from different time periods and different l......more

Goodreads review by Erik on August 01, 2025

A delightful story with parallel worlds, mistakes and forgiveness, and moving towards the light. I loved the references to Tolkien, Lewis, MacDonald, and others.......more