Series ~ The Familiars #1
Author ~ Adam Jay Epstein and Andrew Jacobson
Release Date ~ September 7, 2010
Age Group ~ Middle Grade
Publisher ~ HarperTeen
Source ~ Kindle Store
GOODREADS SUMMARY
Is the kingdom's fate in the hands of an orphan cat?
Running fast to save his life, Aldwyn ducks into an unusual pet store. Moments later Jack, a young wizard in training, comes in to choose a magical animal to be his familiar. Aldwyn's always been clever. But magical? Jack thinks so and Aldwyn is happy to play along.
He just has to convince the other familiars the know-it-all blue jay Skylar and the friendly tree frog Gilbert that he's the powerful cat he claims to be.
Then the unthinkable happens. Jack and two other young wizards are captured by the evil queen of Vastia.
On a thrilling quest to save their loyals, the familiars face dangerous foes, unearth a shocking centuries-old secret, and discover a destiny that will change Vastia forever. Their magical adventure an irresistible blend of real heart, edge-of-your-seat action, and laugh-out-loud humor is an unforgettable celebration of fantasy and friendship.
REVIEW
This trio of familiars is adorable. Skylar is the blue-jay who acts all superior and has the power of creating illusions. Gilbert is the tree frog who constantly cracks jokes and has the power of seeing the future in puddle visions. And then there is Aldwyn, who tells this tale. He is just an ally cat, or so he thinks.
Familiars are the magical animal companions of their wizard loyals. In this story, Aldwyn is mistaken for a familiar and he is now in a predicament where he must live up to that distinction. Worse yet, when their loyals are kidnapped by the queen of Vastia, the familiars must rescue them.
I fell in love with these animals! They actually felt more like people than animals because their personalities were so unique and animated. Who would think I would be rooting for a frog?! The transformation from separate animals to a team was inspiring. I also loved that Aldwyn discovered something special about himself during the adventure.
The enchanting story mixes loyalty, magic, and action into one thrilling adventure. Young and old will enjoy the fast paced writing and laugh-out-loud humor.
TRAILER
RATING
5 Loved
COVER COMMENTS
Aldwyn, Skylar, and Gilbert are so cute! I love the wizard hat too. Middle grade covers can be so fun.
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