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Need more convincing to buy The Lost Dispatch?

Here’s how other readers reacted to the book for middle readers:

“The Lost Dispatch bridges the gap between present day and the past, allowing readers to experience a re-enactment of what camp life was like for a soldier in 1862.”

Lori Santarpio, Education Manager, The Boston Herald. The Herald ran The Lost Dispatch as a Newspaper in Education (NIE) serial.

“The Lost Dispatch is part history lesson, part mystery, part “what if.” Would the lost dispatch have affected the ultimate outcome of the Civil War? The authors’ knowledge of historical fact is evident throughout the story. They spin an engaging yarn while remaining true to the history of the Civil War era. The Lost Dispatch is a good read for younger readers who will identify with the school-age heroine and her cohorts, and for older readers with even a passing interest in the Civil War.”

Sandra Stone, NIE Coordinator, Meade County Messenger, Brandenburg, KY

“The Lost Dispatch blends modern day attitude with historical fact which speaks to readers both young and old. Top-notch writing quality gives the main character, Vic, a voice that is genuine and allows the reader to connect with her. Mystery, history, and learning to appreciate family and new friends are all contained in this entertaining story, which I predict will grow in popularity with young readers.”

Roma Pedneau, President, RP Productions, Inc.

“I thoroughly enjoyed the story, being a Civil War buff! Our teachers reported to me that they enjoyed the way history and mystery were intertwined and the relationships between Victoria, her friends, family and M.K. (newspaper reporter). Students liked the first-person comments that Vic makes and that they could identify with her feelings and thoughts. They could imagine themselves right there with her, enduring the ‘heat of the battle’ and helping solve the mystery of The Lost Dispatch.”

Gwen Welty, NIE Coordinator, Carroll County Times, Westminster, MD

“The Lost Dispatch is a contemporary account of the Battle of Perryville. The book contains historical data which will cause students to think about the time period differently: medical conditions, the importance of civilians in battle, diseases. Topics are brought up in such a way that it begs for further and more in-depth discussion—such as units getting lost during battle, women soldiers and lack of refrigeration. Students in middle school will love this book.”

Sharon Graves, teacher, Clark Moores Middle School, Richmond, KY

“The Lost Dispatch is a great book! What I enjoyed the most about it was that it pulled my attention to it, so once I started reading it, I couldn’t quit. I could really relate.”

Larken Jones, 6th grade student, Model Lab School, Richmond, KY

“This is a thoroughly engrossing young person’s account of seemingly an improbable event associated with the Civil War Battle of Perryville. The writing style is quite readable and entertaining. I especially enjoyed the story development and its various twists and turns. I highly recommend this wonderful piece of fiction.”

Charles C. Hay III, Archivist Emeritus, Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond

One more reason to buy The Lost Dispatch:

It’s beautifully illustrated by Ryan Lanigan, a graphic artist in Stanford, Kentucky. See for yourself when you purchase your own copy. You’ll be awed and amazed.

You can also check out Ryan’s other creations at: www.rldesign.org.
Told you he was good at what he does!

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Purchase Information

There are Many Ways to Get Your Copy of The Lost Dispatch

The Lost Dispatch sells for $14.99 plus shipping and handling.

You can order The Lost Dispatch online at one of the following sites:

Clark Legacies LLC>>
Amazon.com>>
Barnes and Noble.com>>

To order via mail, print and fill out this form and mail it along with payment to:

Clark Legacies LLC
PO Box 34102
Lexington, Kentucky, 40588

You can also order via phone by calling 859.233.7623 or 800.944.3995

To order for classroom use:
25 copies cost $250 ($10 per copy) plus shipping and handling