Monday, September 15, 2008

Fablehaven 3 Grip of the Shadow Plague

In the third volume, the peril escalates as an unexplained darkness infects the creatures of Fablehaven.

Aww, Fablehaven! I do enjoy this series. I would have loved it as a kid, and well, I love it now! It's one of those raritys like Harry Potter where it's a children's book but the plot and twists are so good at keeping you guessing that even an adult can fully appreciate the story.

Once again a bit jelous at an author who made it big on his very first novel, I gotta give him credit for his ability to keep exciting things happening without being too repetative in the conflict plot. Oh sure, Fablehaven is in danger AGAIN, but it's the way they get it OUT of danger that is so creative.

I love meeting new magical creatures as well as talented humans. I love the new love interest for Kendra, after all she is nearly 15 and what 14-16 year old girl isn't thinking about boys? Will it be for good or ill we do not yet know.

I like that Seth is maturing, but remains the young boy who in a sense thinks of himself as indestructable. This is true of nearly any boy his age so I enjoy his character development greatly.

Keep 'em comin'. I'll keep reading!


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