Review: Epic Middle Grade Novel
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 15, 2013
This book by Chris Salisbury is a wonderful addition to any YA library.  But not only is this book perfect for those Tweens and Teens in your life but it is perfect for all ages.  The characters are well written, I have to admit that I HATED Korwin Widestep, yet I felt sorry for him as well.  All the characters are brought to life in these pages. These characters are complex and have such wonderful stories in their own individual ways. And the way Mr. Salisbury has brought them all to life is just perfectly done.As for the story itself, I loved how not only the humans and humanoids had the ability to speak but the animals as well.  I loved all the creatures we meet in this book.  I have to say that the world development is phenomenal.  You are sucked into the world on page one and it never lets up.This author has created a tale that is an adult and child friendly fantasy world.  I will say one thing, this book is NOT for those with weak stomachs, there is a bit of violence in the book with some very real violence and danger.  But nothing over the top at all, so even those of age 10 or so would easily be able to read and enjoy this book.All in all I have to give this book 5 stars.  I enjoyed it and I really did love how the humans and animals for alliances with each other.  It really is the perfect book for those graduating out of small chapter books into full size novels.Details/Disclaimer: Review copy was provided to me in exchange for a fair and honest review. The free book held no determination on my personal review.