Gabriel Finley & the Raven's Riddle by George Hagen. 371 p. Schwartz & Wade Books/ Random House Children's Books, August 26, 2014. 9780385371032.
Publisher synopsis:
“Both startling and moving—a vivid, compelling fantasy that sends you off to a world you will not soon forget.” —Norton Juster, author of The Phantom Tollbooth
This fast-paced, exciting, and emotionally rich fantasy novel for middle graders reads like a cross between The Phantom Tollbooth and Harry Potter.
How can 11-year-old Gabriel find his missing father, who seems to have vanished without a trace? With the help of Paladin—a young raven with whom he has a magical bond that enables them to become one creature—he flies to the foreboding land of Aviopolis, where he must face a series of difficult challenges and unanswerable riddles that could lead to his father . . . or to his death.
Page 56: It was only when he got to his stoop that he remembered it was his birthday. He recalled the brass key and wondered again about where he could find the lock that belonged to.
This books does sound good. I hope you are enjoying it. Happy reading!
ReplyDeleteFun, a key that goes to something, but he doesn't know what. It's got my curiosity. I like the cover of the book also.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fascinating children's book. I'm wondering what the brass key fits too!
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They become one? That sounds interesting.
ReplyDeleteThe book cover grabbed my attention and I am always looking for a good children's book; I will look into this one. Thanks for sharing! :)
ReplyDeleteSparrow's BB & Friday 56
I'm intrigued! I love a good middle grade kids books so this sounds right up my alley!
ReplyDeleteOh, I am intrigued! Love the cover and snippets! Looks so fun!
ReplyDeleteI don't read fantasy, but that cover is intriguing.
ReplyDeleteTHANKS for sharing, and enjoy your read.
Elizabeth
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