Cynthia adopted her daughter Madison after she was left at a nearby fire station and has loved her from the moment she saw her big humongous eyes. She could tell from the beginning that Madison was special but just how special wouldn’t become clearer until she started talking. At the age of three a man knocked on their door saying he was there to talk to Cynthia about his church and because Cynthia was such a staunch Christian and love God with all her heart she invited the man and this is when Madison telepathically told her this man was evil and wanted to kill them. This would be the first of many times Cynthia was amazed at her daughter special abilities she was even called into school because she kept telling on other children about the devious things they done. It’s soon became apparent to Cynthia that she needed to home school when she started sending young Madison to see the psychiatrist they called Amy Madison had someone else who cared about her and what happened to her but when she in the medical doctors that also saw young Madison Had their office is broken into and her files stolen Cynthia didn’t know what to make of it. This would be the beginning of the end of their life together at least for the foreseeable future and how they come back together is the amazing tale that makes up a Child Of a Another Kind by Steven Decker this is the first book in the trilogy and if this is the beginning definitely signed me up for the other two because OMG I have loved Steven deckers last series but I’m always scared to start a new one that the same old magic will not be there and although this one is slightly a different type genre it’s still has his flair and what I have come to Love about unputdownable Steven Decker books. I can honestly say I wasn’t at all disappointed. ( )

Another delightful, thought provoking read from talented author, Steven Decker, Child Of Another Kind, will take you to places beyond your imagination and draw you into worlds that defy description. The pictures Decker paints will capture your imagination in more ways than one, leaving you questioning our existence and the meaning of life and beyond.

Single Mother, Cynthia Pace has an unbreakable bond with her adopted daughter Maddie which ultimately transcends Cynthia's untimely death and Maddie's capture. Decker, in his inimitable style, manages to portray his genius for metaphysical science fiction in this gripping and captivating read.

The essence of this riveting story, delivers plot events which encompass love and devotion/tragedy and just about everything else in between in a narrative that is simply out of this world. ( )

So let's talk about Steven Decker's Child of Another Kind. Now, I've been around the block a few times with sci-fi novels, so when I say this one is like that weird aunt you never knew you needed until she shows up at Thanksgiving with a pet raccoon, I mean it in the best possible way.
So, diving right into the meat and potatoes, the plot of this book is like a rollercoaster that's mostly safe but has a couple of loose screws. Decker touches on some seriously strange stuff but with the kind of finesse you'd expect from someone who's been to a few rodeos. And just when you think you know what's coming, he swerves, and you're left wondering if your book has been drinking.
Now, the characters? Let me tell you about Maddie. It's like watching a caterpillar turn into a butterfly, but if the caterpillar had some serious baggage and the butterfly was into goth music. It's a journey. Some of the side characters, though? Eh, they're like the parsley on your dish - kinda there, kinda decorative, kinda...forgettable.
Decker's way with words is like if Picasso decided to paint with alphabets. He creates these mental pictures that are vivid enough to hang in your brain gallery. But then sometimes, it feels like he just got lost in the paint aisle of his own mind, if you catch my drift.
Child of Another Kind is that quirky book you didn't think you needed, but now can't imagine living without. It's like a weird dream that you want to go back to sleep for. Flawed? Absolutely. Worth it? Absolutely. ( )

This is a great start to a promising new series, and I can’t wait to see where it goes. Decker did an amazing job of building not just a unique world, but a unique universe, and characters that are simply unforgettable. I love that Decker shows Maddie having struggles even as a young child - it's easy for adults to forget that kids have problems too. Maddie and Cynthia are great characters, well-fleshed out, and feel like you could meet them, despite the special circumstances surrounding them. The Makers gave me absolute chills (but I won’t tell you why, you’ll have to read to find out). A novel that any sci-fi lover is sure to enjoy! ( )

"Child of Another Kind" by Steven Decker is one of those books that kind of sneaks up on you. At first glance, it might seem like just another story, but as you delve deeper and the layers unfold, I couldn’t help but get totally immersed in the narrative.

Decker's writing style is straightforward and expressive, a combination that's hard to come by these days. The characters are well rounded and fleshed out , each with their own personality traits, which made them feel real and relatable. The plot was engaging and definitely kept me turning the pages. For me the dialogue and characters are what made “Child of Another Kind” a most enjoyable read, the fact that I forgot I was reading a book and was so absorbed in it all.

I look forward to reading a lot more by this author. Decker is a great storyteller, and he crafts a story that is believable and unforgettable. It is a story that will linger with me. Highly recommended. ( )