Review: A great young adult fantasy
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 4, 2011
First off the cover art for this book is amazing.  I was totally drawn as soon as I saw it, and happily the cover supports the story.  The story follows Wes, a young boy who has some trouble in school.  He is not a bad kid by any means, but he doesn't really try to reach his potential at all.  This adventure begins by Wes getting suspended for fighting even though he defended another kid from getting picked on.  This gets Wes into trouble and he spends the day with his grandparents doing chores for them.  He eventually makes his way to the woods out back and finds the Gatehouse.  From here he is transported to a whole new world (Canellin) where he is regarded as a savior.  His father ends up following him into this new realm where he comes to understand his son a little bit better.This story would be great for young adults.  It explores the relationship between parents and children in a way that you empathize with both sides of the conflict.  The story moves along well and there are some great supporting characters.  I am completely looking forward to another book in this series!