The Map

by William Ritter

Jackaby (1.5)

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Perfect for fans of Jackaby who are desperately awaiting the release of its sequel, Beastly Bones, this novella-length story follows the rollicking events of Abigail Rook’s birthday celebration.   Abigail hopes that her birthday will slip by unnoticed and uncelebrated, but her employer, detective of the supernatural R. F. Jackaby, has other plans. Using magical party crackers that teleport the pair to unknown destinations in time and space and a cryptic map that may lead to a forgotten show more treasure, Jackaby intends to give Abigail what he considers to be the best gift of all—adventure.   Abigail and Jackaby must tame an enormous (and carnivorous) rabbit, defend a castle, and master a dirigible if they want to find the treasure and get back to New Fiddleham alive. show less

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A quick little tale to whet our appetites while waiting for Jackaby and Rook's next adventure, Beastly Bones, The Map finds Jackaby whisking Rook away on an adventure for her birthday, whether she likes it or not. After taking her to a magical market and buying her a treasure map, Jackaby and Rook follow the map in search of buried treasure.

There's still so much about this series that reminds me entirely of Doctor Who (possibly too much so...). Jackaby is clearly based on Four, and while I haven't pinpointed which companion Rook takes after, you know she has to based on one of the Doctor's companions. I'm still excited about the characters, and this was a great little teaser for the upcoming book.

And just to be clear, by Four, I show more mean...



...and not...
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I loved this novella! I thought it was a nice, light-hearted romp through the land of Jackaby. It was fun and it had me laughing at some points. I would recommend this book to anyone, so cute. 5 out of 5 stars.
I loved this novella! I thought it was a nice, light-hearted romp through the land of Jackaby. It was fun and it had me laughing at some points. I would recommend this book to anyone, so cute. 5 out of 5 stars.
I loved this novella! I thought it was a nice, light-hearted romp through the land of Jackaby. It was fun and it had me laughing at some points. I would recommend this book to anyone, so cute. 5 out of 5 stars.
Short story where Jackaby treats Abigail to an adventure for her birthday. Fun side-story to them main series, which really takes advantage of being set in a fantastic universe.
In this short story it's Abigail's Birthday and Jacaby has plans for her. She wants adventure so they set off on one. All in all a fun quick read. I enjoy Jackaby's character so much as well as Abigail Rook.

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Fiction and Literature, Fantasy, Tween, Young Adult, Teen
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