Author: Alan Williams
Publisher: Trafford Publishing
Genre: Children’s / fantasy
ISBN: 142513151-4
Pages: 174
Price: $15.38
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Life was one long, continuous bore for eleven year-old Thomas Parkinson, so he made a wish for some excitement. Soon he and his sister, Suzy, are whisked away to visit Uncle Fibber while their parents vacation in Hawaii.
When they arrive, their uncle scares them with a story about a curse placed by Victoria von Vampire, and soon they find themselves living that very curse. With the aid of Archy the Flying Dolphin, they go on a magical adventure in a desperate attempt to lift the curse and restore their world back to normal.
Thomas and Suzy finally come face to face with Victoria, and Thomas must make a decision that could land him and his sister in her famous Coffin Pot Stew.
Though some of the adventures are a bit scary, there isn’t anything in this book that would cause nightmares for most kids. The action is fast and furious, and before the reader can blink, he’ll find Thomas and Suzy in another precarious predicament.
Thomas and Suzy are often spectators, swept along by others in this adventure. It would have been more enjoyable to see them take a more active role in planning their escapes and making their next move.
If you’re looking for lots of action and dramatic tension, you’ll find this a good read. But this style leaves little room for character development, and you may find yourself wanting to know more about Thomas and his new best friend, Archy.
Reviewer: Alice Berger
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