This is a fantasy adventure suitable for middle-grade
children.
Grindlerod the goblin is tasked with collecting one part of
every set of twins born in Falmoor for the evil sorcerer Larque. Gwendolyn and
Lochlan Caine have a set of twins and are very careful to keep them close by as
they grow up. But even with all their magic and care Grindlerod still manages
to steal Asher away. Years go by as the family mourn until Ariana learns that
her brother is still alive, and sets off to rescue him. Larque must be stopped
at all costs. Can Ariana get to her brother in time and work their magic to
defeat the spread of evil?
This is a really fun book for the ages specified, even if a
little simple at times. The questions at the end of the book are great for
discussions and they get the reader thinking. The idea of goblins, fairies,
pixies and magic as well as the age-old tale of good vs evil is always a great
recipe for a story. I loved the pictures that were thrown in every now and then
- they added a beautiful quality to the
book. The only thing I found difficult to read was the third person singular
simple present tense, but I guess for the age group it's easier to put
themselves into the context. Fun characters and a good start to a series.
Thanks to NetGalley and Blue Moon Publishers for the chance
to review the book.
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