I recently finished reading the first book in the "Fablehaven" book series by Brandon Mull. I have to say that really did like it. It kind of reminds me of the kind of book that the Harry Potter series is. Not the story, because they are very different. It is more that this is the kind of book that can get an entire generation reading actual books. It is original and "fun for the hole family".
The book is about Seth and Kendra (brother and sister) who have to go stay with their Grandpa Sorenson while their parents go on a cruise. Neither of them really want to stay, but as usual the children have no choice in the matter.
Through a series of events, they discover that the attic is not so bad for a room, that the housekeeper has more to her, that their pet chicken can do something other lay eggs.
Most of Greek mythology seems to be represented in this book, meeting fairies and naiads and centaurs. They learn that the land Grandpa Sorenson is in charge of is actually a protected habitat for these dwindling creatures.
Through out the entire book there are morals and lessons being learned. Mull does a good job of showing both immediate and eventual consequences. I also particularly liked how Kendra learns to be brave instead of having a character that it comes naturally to.
It really is a good read all around. Remember the age it is directed to though. I give it an A+ and recommend it to anyone, exspecially if you have kids.
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