"Holly Mackle's retelling of Esther begins with the looming intrugue of an epic movie trailer and unfurls into one thrilling chapter after another. Truly, every description and teaching moment captivates. Undoubtedly, Bright Star will grab your kid's attention with a delightful determination that says, "Look at what God can do!" (Seriously: I nearly applauded at the end.)
- Caroline Saunders, author of Good News: How to Know the Gospel and Live it and Better Than Life: How to Study the Bible and Like It from LifeWay Girls
"I've read Esther dozens of times. But never like this. After each chapter, I found myself wanting to know, "What happens next?" In Bright Star, Holly Mackle has created something beautiful, playful, and compelling. And like the hero of this story, the writing absolutely shines."
- Chris Pappalardo, Writer and Co-founder of Advent Blocks
"Don't start this one at bedtime unless you're prepared to stay up late! This page-turner will have your child begging for "just one more chapter" with wide-eyed wonder. I'm so grateful for an age-appropriate resource to tell a story that's so easy to get wrong (be like Esther - a brave hero!) in a way that winsomely points them instead to the hero they have in King Jesus - the only one who saves."
- Abby Wedgeworth, author of Held, a few children's books and mom to three boys
