After years of being shunted between homes, Max Milford is sick of all the constant changes. But when his grandfather finally shows up and rescues him from the children's home, Max gets much more than just another foster family. In an out-of-bounds room at grandpa's house, he discovers a long deserted library of animated books, filled with magic. The place seems harmless enough at first, yet soon has Max falling under its mysterious spell. Can Max resist in time to save himself, his new home, and his beloved grandpa?
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After losing his parents in a tragic accident, ten-year-old Max is forced to adjust to the itinerant life that comes with living in foster care. Further adding to his frustration is the difficult time that he has making new friends and succeeding academically from having to change schools so frequently. For such a loving, tender-hearted young man, the hopes of a better life keep growing dimmer by the day...
Out of the blue, though, Max gets a call from his grandfather, who has decided to take the youngster in. Things begin to look even more upbeat when Max discovers a mystical library in his grandfather's home filled with magical books containing characters that literally come to life. Having finally found the peaceful bliss he's sought for so long, Max has no idea that his actions have actually re-awakened a sinister force that, unbeknownst to him, has wreaked havoc in his family's past... When the shadowy menace re-emerges on the scene and resumes its destructive ways, Max joins forces with his new mystical friends to figure out a way to stop the evil in its tracks - and save his and his grandfather's life at the same time... Illustrious, imaginative, and creatively crafted, The Enchanted Library is a highly entertaining read. An enjoyable treat for readers of all ages, author Karen Andrea's tale is filled with equal parts humor and adventure, making for a delightful overall reading experience. Furthermore, Andrea displays considerable wit in the playful pokes that she takes at some of the most popular literary figures in the current mainstream, while simultaneously lending a quite unique, authentic appeal to her own. Such a clever feat is certainly not an easy task to pull off, but Andrea does so with commendable grace and moxie. For its originality and creative, unique energy, The Enchanted Library belongs on the bookshelves of readers young and old worldwide. Highly recommended. Rhonda Carver Apex Reviews
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This review is from: The Enchanted Library (Paperback)
After spending years in children's homes since his parents' death, Max has a hard time adjusting to his new life with his grandfather. He can't help but wonder what secret his grandfather is hiding behind a mysterious door down a dark, winding corridor that he was told to stay away from.
When Max manages to get the door open and discovers an enchanted library, he is entranced. The library is filled with magic, talking books. The books, however, are threatened with the possibility of ceasing to exist. Following a few basic rules, Max begins to read no more than three lines out of each book. When he breaks that most basic rule, though, and unleashes a great evil, Max finds his grandfather and his new life on the brink of being destroyed. Can Max save his grandfather and keep his new home? Will he be able to find a way to save the magic books while still getting rid of the evil? THE ENCHANTED LIBRARY is a quick, exciting read filled with adventure, mystery, and magic. The characters are delightful; the plot is intense and well-written. Those who like fantasy, adventure, magic, and libraries will enjoy reading this book. Reviewed by: Kira M
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A charming and fun read,
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"The Enchanted Library" tells the story of young Max Milford as he discovers his grandfather's library. At first dusty and ignorable, there's more to it than Max knows as he finds himself in strange and fantastic circumstances. "The Enchanted Library" is a charming and fun read for young readers who love books of adventure.
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