The forbidden library

373 pages

English language

Published April 11, 2014

ISBN:
978-0-8037-3975-8
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OCLC Number:
842337491

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4 stars (8 reviews)

When her father is lost at sea shortly after meeting a very unusual visitor, Alice must leave her home to live with an "uncle" whose rural Pennsylvania estate includes a massive and mysterious library that holds much more than books.

When her father is lost at sea shortly after meeting a very unusual visitor, Alice must leave her home to live with an "uncle" whose rural Pennsylvania estate includes a massive and mysterious library that holds much more than books. Book #1

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3 stars

This book was part of a pile of used books I bought. I only knew The Shadow Campaigns from this author and when I picked it up I had no idea that The Forbidden Library is aimed at a slightly younger audience. But I still enjoyed it. It's a quick and enjoyable read, evoking memories of books I read a long time ago. It's not quite His Dark Materials in terms of drama and density, but you don't always need or want that. So I recommend this book for children around Alice's age, which is 12.

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Subjects

  • Libraries
  • Magic
  • Juvenile fiction
  • Fairies
  • Fiction
  • Books and reading
  • Cats
  • Orphans
  • Wizards