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Fablehaven

by Brandon Mull

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Series: Fablehaven (1)

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When Kendra and Seth go to stay at their grandparents' estate, they discover that it is a sanctuary for magical creatures and that a battle between good and evil is looming.
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    The Field Guide by Tony DiTerlizzi (fyrefly98, cmbohn)
    fyrefly98: Very similar stories (kids in a creepy old house learn to see magical creatures all around them), although I think Fablehaven skews just a little older than the Spiderwick Chronicles.
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    The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan (elbakerone)
    elbakerone: Another great fantasy for young readers centered around a brother and sister!
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    The End of the World by Derek Landy (Tinker_Books)
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    The Dragons of Ordinary Farm by Tad Williams (foggidawn, al.vick)
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    The Emerald Atlas by John Stephens (foggidawn)
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    The Fairy-Tale Detectives by Michael Buckley (mariah2)
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This book would definitely be for middle school students due to the length and some darker moments throughout the story.
This book follow Kendra and Seth who are visiting their grandparents home. The siblings soon discover their grandparents are the caretakers of a magical kingdom known as Fablehaven.
I would recommend this book be available for students to read at their own will. I would be mindful though if students get scared easily there are some scenes that could cause unrest or nightmares.
  mlutey22 | Mar 18, 2024 |
Reread with Nick because he's never read them before, and I couldn't pass up the opportunity to visit this story again (although technically at this point, I think this must be my re-re-re-re-re-read). I'm incredibly biased about this book because it was a childhood favorite, but also I think it's one of the most unique and enjoyable middle grade fantasy series ever written. :,) ( )
  deborahee | Feb 23, 2024 |
Clearly a kids book but still great fun. Lots of set-up for the rest of the series which I will be reading eventually. ( )
  hmonkeyreads | Jan 25, 2024 |
Interesting premise and characters. I wanted to read it since I'd heard so much. More for younger audience, however it is clean and imaginative. ( )
  LuLibro | Jan 22, 2024 |
A fast-paced, middle-grade dark fantasy. The two main characters (Kendra & Seth) are fleshed out, with distinct personalities. For the most part they act within their established character, with one or two out of character moments.

I liked that the kids had a personality. Sometimes with middle grade books the main character is bland so that the reader can insert themselves into the story.

The world of Fablehaven is interesting. This book leaves a lot more to discover within the world and plants seeds for an overarching plot in the next books, though it ends satisfactorily enough as a stand alone if you're not quite as thrilled with it as I am! ( )
  LynnMPK | Jun 30, 2023 |
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"Fablehaven" is a quick-paced read, and taken as a fantasy book, it does its job in exploring new worlds.
added by Katya0133 | editDeseret Morning News, Scott Iwasaki (Aug 27, 2006)
 
Witty repartee between the central characters, as well as the occasional well-done set piece, isn't enough to hold this hefty debut together.
added by Katya0133 | editKirkus Reviews (Aug 1, 2006)
 

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Dorman, BrandonIllustratormain authorsome editionsconfirmed
Stevens, E. B.Narratorsecondary authorsome editionsconfirmed
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When Kendra and Seth go to stay at their grandparents' estate, they discover that it is a sanctuary for magical creatures and that a battle between good and evil is looming.

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From the back cover: "For centuries mystical creatures were gathered into a hidden refuge called Fablehaven to prevent their extinction. The sanctuary is one of the last strongholds of true magic. Enchanting? Absolutely! Exciting? You bet. Safe? Well, actually, quite the opposite...
Kendra and her brother, Seth, have no idea that their grandfather is the current caretaker of Fablehaven. Inside the gated woods, ancient laws keep order among greedy trolls, mischievous satyrs, plotting witches, spiteful imps, and jealous fairies. However, when the rules get broken, powerful forces of evil are unleashed, and Kendra and her brother must face the greatest challenge of their lives to save their family, Fablehaven, and perhaps even the world."
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