'Fablehaven' Book Review

As a reader, this novel was spectacular! The author, Brandon Mull, did a great job describing the scenes and  switching back and forth between the characters' point of views without it being awkward. The plot was spot-on, and entrancing. The characters were perfectly developed, and all the dialogue was charming and complete. There was action and  suspense, and I thought the novel was great! 

My favorite character was almost definitely Seth. He was funny and mischievous, always getting into trouble. But he was also serious and helpful, throughout this book, and the rest of the series. He was heroic and conducted the plot excellently.  Kendra, Seth's older sister, was mellower and was always trying to keep Seth out of trouble, which she did not succeed at half of the time. She was charming in her own way, and reasonable, a good asset for what these to endured through the series. These two characters shared a classical, if not lovable, brother-sister bond. Even though both of them did not want to admit it most of the time, they loved each other dearly, and it was evident through the author's descriptions. They narrated the book through switching point of views, and each one had an equally amusing, enthralling, and exciting story of their own to share with us readers. 

The setting was amazing. There was a sweet family side to the entire book,and that I adored as one of my top reviews on this book. And the whole idea of mythical creatures and beasts right in your own backyard was captivating. The secret preserves and lying enemies kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time when I was reading this novel, for simply wondering what aspect Mull would Brandon would add to the setting next. I loved learning about this amazing universe the author created from his mind, it was probably one of my favorite parts of reading the novel! 

Most people typically think of Brandon Mull as a children's author. That is mostly true, except for with this book. I recently had an adult friend of mine read these books, and she loved them! Based on that, my love of hem, and the reviews that they have received, I would recommend this series to all ages of readers. It's a great family book, but I also enjoyed reading it by myself. Anyone would like this novel, no matter what age they are!