Asking the Moon to Supper

An orphan girl’s bold determination to find her beloved dog, takes her into a frightening land, frozen in time where she must continually find new courage to keep going. The writing is poetic with descriptions of this magical, yet treacherous world and characters that are a combination of flawed, endearing, and relatable. Would absolutely recommend. The 20+ Illustrations are wonderfully ethereal.

This book is utterly gripping from the very first line, pulling you into a world brimming with emotion, adventure, and heart. The characters are richly drawn and captivating, each introduction adding depth and complexity to the narrative. At its core, this is a poignant and enchanting story of a young orphaned girl’s relentless quest to reunite with her beloved dog DeeOGee. Told in a lyrical and evocative style, the prose transforms even the simplest moments into vivid, cinematic experiences. The tale unfolds with a magical quality, blending suspense and tenderness in equal measure, as the young heroine faces challenges that test her courage, resilience, and love. The story builds with remarkable intensity, leading to a dramatic and deeply moving finale that will linger in your heart long after you’ve turned the last page. This is more than just a story; it’s an experience to be savored, a testament to the bonds that tie us to those we hold dear. Memorable and masterfully crafted, this book is a treasure that readers of all ages will cherish.

Asking the Moon to Supper is a delightful, realistic fantasy that follows the adventures of a thirteen-year-old Ojibwa girl in search of her dog DeeOgee from a cold Minnesota 1957 winter into a magical split in earth and time. Despite insurmountable hardship, Sam’s choice to never stop looking for her beloved dog portrays the power of loyalty and determination. Excitement grips the reader through twists and turns until months later, Sam wakes up battered and bruised on the front porch of a friend’s house in Green Earth. What was real? What were dreams? Did she actually cross into another time and place? The book ends with a last surprise. Sam returns to Green Earth fifty years later. Not only is Asking the Moon to Supper an excellent read but it is beautifully illustrated by the author with twenty-three pencil drawings depicting the excitement of the story.

This book had me at page one. The characters and incredible journey were amazing, addictive, unique and written with such compelling descriptions of a world unlike any I ever imagined. The range of emotions, the braveness of not only the main character but of those she met while searching for her missing dog grabbed my heart. I stepped into this tale and never left it. The side effects of experiencing the beauty of this book are long lasting and priceless. I'm ready for the motion picture!

Real or fantasy? This book is an amazing read! The story of a young girls courage and determination to find her only living relative. The paths she has to take are scary and sometimes dangerous, but she never lets that stop her. Thank you CJ Clark!!!

Asking the Moon to Supper is a mesmerizing tale that blurs the line between reality and fantasy. With vivid prose and a richly imagined world, the story pulls readers into a mysterious journey full of wonder, danger, and self-discovery. Perfect for fans of evocative and thought-provoking fantasy, this novel is as captivating as it is unforgettable.

I’m in love with this book. I just now finished. I wanted to escape into the adventurous, sometimes terrifying, sometimes heartwarming journey for as long as I could.

“Asking the Moon to Supper“ author CJ Clark is an extraordinary writer and visual artist; her descriptive writing takes you to another World, and her illustrations are beyond Magical. Her book is so visceral, you can feel the fierce love felt by an Ojibwa Indian girl in her search for her lost dog and her last family member, across a Magical split in Earth and Time. Her story is a roller coaster ride set in starkly beautiful Nature, exploring the Mysteries of time travel and the Wisdom that follows, even befriending the ancient lonesome Moon. I have re-read the book three times now. It’s the sort of reading journey that you don’t want to end, so welcome in our present times.

The combination of fantasy journey and psychological inspection is well done and offers a solid, engrossing story that juxtaposes dreams and reality.

CJ Clark’s prose is beautiful—the novel is written with precision, told in a youthful and powerful voice...