Review: An Adorable Children's Book that Sparks the Imagination
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 6, 2014
My son and I recently had the chance to read "The Treasure at Devil's Hole" together over the course of a few nights and I have to say that it was a wonderful hilarious adventure for both of us. Jody M. Mabry has a gift for weaving imaginative stories that spark with life and personality while unfolding a plot that is as engaging as it is infinitely creative.The book centers around the lovably endearing boy Francis “Bug” Mosser as he embarks on a strange adventure of epic proportions involving everything from hidden treasure to dastardly villains, all the while trying to impress his crush Melanie Grainger. With a high amount of vivid imagery and a smooth, hilarious tone that sucks you in and doesn't let go until the end, this book has all the makings of a modern classic (and not to rehash what other reviewers have said) just like "Goonies" or "Treasure Island".It's well written with a wonderful amount of character and world-building, setting solid plot foundations early on and building upon them as the story continues. The story is filled with an engaging mix of action, adventure, comedy and drama so that the reader always has something to keep them hooked until the very last page. Overall, it's a very entertaining read that I would wholeheartedly recommend for kids and adults alike.