The Map to Everywhere

Master thief Fin has a curse that makes everyone forget him immediately. Marrill is a regular girl who finds herself trapped in a world of magic known as the Pirate Stream. The two protagonists cross paths while searching for pieces of the Map to Everywhere - a magical object that can lead travelers anywhere they wish to go. Their quest takes them through bizarre magical realms and puts them in the path of both allies and enemies. Along their journey, Fin and Marrill must use their unique skills and work together to collect map pieces while evading dark forces that want the map for themselves. The story combines elements of fantasy, adventure, and friendship. The narrative explores themes of identity, belonging, and the power of human connection in the face of isolation. Through its parallel worlds and magical elements, the book examines what it means to be seen and remembered.

Most readers report this book starts slowly but picks up momentum. Young readers (ages 8-12) connect with the dual protagonists Fin and Marrill, while some adult readers find the pacing uneven. Readers liked: - Creative world-building and magical pirate settings - Character development of Fin and his forgettable curse - Humor mixed with serious themes - Illustrations enhance the story Readers disliked: - Complex plot can be confusing to follow - First 50-100 pages move too slowly - Multiple viewpoint shifts take adjustment - Some found the ending rushed Ratings: Goodreads: 3.9/5 (2,100+ ratings) Amazon: 4.4/5 (80+ ratings) One reviewer noted: "The world-building reminded me of Diana Wynne Jones but with its own unique twist." Another mentioned: "My 10-year-old couldn't put it down, but I struggled to stay engaged through the slower parts." Common recommendation: Better suited for middle-grade readers than adults seeking crossover appeal.

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🗺️ Author Carrie Ryan wrote this book with her husband, John Parke Davis, making it their first collaborative project together. 🌊 The book's magical river, the Pirate Stream, was inspired by real-world mythological rivers like the River Styx and ancient beliefs about waterways connecting different worlds. ⚓ The character Fin's ability to be forgotten by everyone was originally conceived for a different story entirely, but found its perfect home in this adventure. 📚 The Map to Everywhere is the first book in a four-part series, followed by City of Thirst, The Iron Empire, and The Rogue World. 🎬 Before becoming an author, Carrie Ryan worked as a lawyer - a career she left behind to pursue writing full-time after the success of her first novel, The Forest of Hands and Teeth.