"Kids will relish this rollicking adventure, replete with fun characters, high-stakes action, and intriguing mystery-all set in the marvelous milieu of medieval Asia."

"What if Marco Polo had a younger brother who had Indiana Jones vibes with a little Tom Sawyer and young Anthony Bourdain thrown in? Set in thirteenth century Asia, Peter Polo and the White Elephant of Lan Xang is an exciting historical middle-grade adventure that takes readers on a heart-racing journey as Peter sets out to prevent a war, help a captive princess, and rescue baby elephants. Along the way, Peter encounters cultures that are new to him, experiencing ideas, traditions, celebrations, and delicious food. But when his friends are in grave danger, Peter must use the skills he's learned from his travels to keep them safe. Equally engaging for reading aloud or silently, the fast-paced plot and fun characters seamlessly allow young readers to accidentally-on-purpose learn about history, geography, and culture. Spending a little time with Peter Polo can help each of us be a little more adventurous and eager to try new things in our own lives."