In the legends of Kirt’s childhood, there is a Time Warden. The person who reaches the Time Warden at a predestine time will be granted one wish. This might be Kirt’s only opportunity to prove competency. During his voyage to meet the Time Warden, Kirt crosses paths with Lucia. Lucia is indentured into perpetuity to pay of her parent’s debt.

Nora Barth has produced a delightful young adult book. Nora micro doses the fantasy slowly immerses the reader through the entirety of the book. The Time Warden is concise captivating read that touches on topics of grief and violence. ( )