Trapped in the Past … A visit to an old palace takes an unexpected turn when Stefan, his sister Julia, and their friend Hugo are mysteriously hurled into the harsh, unpredictable world of the Bible, where they meet Nasiya, a young slave girl caught in a dreadful fate.

Danger and Destiny … In a land where any shadow can hide an enemy, the trio must summon every ounce of faith to survive. For Stefan, however, the battle isn’t only against ruthless warriors—it’s against the anger and guilt holding him captive for too long. As the teens embark on a dangerous journey, Stefan must face the wounds of his past before they shatter his future.

A Race Against the Clock … With time running out and lives hanging in the balance, Stefan must discover that the greatest miracles aren’t about changing the world—they’re about renewing the heart. Fast-paced, richly immersive, and carrying a powerful message of redemption, this middle-grade adventure will grip readers from the first page to the last.

Endorsements:

Swept back in time, Hugo, Stefan, and Julia unwillingly become a part of a familiar story. Together, they encounter surprise, trepidation, anger, and intrigue. This middle-grade novel is skillfully crafted, holding the reader captive through twists and turns on many levels. How to Make a Miracle forces the characters and thus the reader to grapple with a real-life issue in biblical terms. You’ll have to read the book to experience the “Ah-ha” moment. I dare say you’ll walk away with a new perspective on a virtue wrestled with since the dawn of time.

Shelley Pierce, author of The Crumberry Chronicles Middle-Grade Fiction Series

How to Make a Miracle continues the tale of the three young teenagers Carol Schlorff introduced in How to Kill a Giant. This time, the trio is magically transported into the biblical story of Naaman the leper found in 2 Kings 5. Middle-grade readers will enjoy this story, and it will keep them engaged in figuring out how the characters will escape one predicament after another. The central theme of the story revolves around learning to forgive and to apologize. Carol did a great job imagining behind-the-scenes details that the Bible does not give. This book will help young readers better grasp biblical truths and appreciate the consequences of war and the real suffering conquered people endured.

Chuck Richardson, author of True Status

How to Make a Miracle beautifully illustrates the healing power of forgiveness through the parallel stories of a bitter teenage boy from modern America and the Israelite servant girl of Namaan. The biblical narrative blends seamlessly with Stefan’s journey, leading readers and characters alike to meditate on the mercy and providence of God. A fantastic adventure story sure to be enjoyed by children of all ages.

Grace MacPherson, author of Domitian and The King’s Sword

How to Make a Miracle, by Carol Schlorff, is a fascinating tale of three young teenagers who get transported back in time to help a young slave girl communicate with her parents. But the underlying reason for their journey through time into the biblical story of Naaman is to learn the importance of forgiveness, no matter what happens in life. As the slave girl forgave and served her captors, so Stefan (one of the teens) was taught to forgive his parents and to ask for forgiveness from those he had injured. This story has a vital message to share with family and friends. God is involved in our lives and wants us to live for Him. As He forgave us, so also, should we forgive others.

Lynn Halliday, author of Disaster! Around the Bend