You are about to embark on a strange and wonderful journey through a magical land full of fun and fantastical characters. As the second book in the series, this book has a lot to live up to, and trust me when I say, it does not disappoint. With imagery so concrete and well-described, you feel like you’ve been dropped right into this world as you travel alongside these memorable heroes, heroines, and villains.

The writing is fresh and exciting, and the plot twists and turns in unexpected ways. But one of the true strengths of this book is the way several different stories weave and wind their way throughout, and come together at the end to provide an unforgettable experience for the reader. With some truly laugh-out-loud moments, humor is ever present in these pages. In an expertly built world, beloved characters from the previous book reappear to delight us once more as they take on new challenges. And we meet some new, equally wonderful and whimsical characters with larger-than-life personalities.

Beautifully written, the book blends just the right amount of tension and suspense with humor, dramatic irony, and a page-turning plot. I know you will enjoy this book as much as I did, so without further adieu, happy reading!

Janelle Shields, editor