Review of Fablehaven: Rise of the Evening Star

I think I actually liked the first better, but only because of all the newness the experience was for me. The second book is shrouded with more mystery to unfold. And it probably gets you into the suspense of a storyline quicker, too.

Rising conflict matches the rise of the evening star

It can be a long wait in between great books of a series. From beginning to end you will love the action that follows likable characters you met in the first book. Add to that some other curious persons and the actions of various motives that may or may not be for the greater good, and you've got book two of Fablehaven-a tale of intriguing mystery. Though admittedly I'm not necessarily a fan of the science fiction section, fantasy, if well written, has proven capable of showing my imagination a world I might dream to experience. Brandon does an excellent job developing the drama and conflicts necessary to propel my thoughts into the world he has created. I love his books.

A Conclusion that makes reading worth it

You will love the end to this novel. Kids will especially be pulled in and only want more once they finish this read. If every book were as satisfying to finish as the conclusion to this book, then more people would read more than the average of one book per year. More people would turn to engaging the greater faculties of their brain if every time we opened a book we could be sure that it would bring us so much enjoyment. This is one of those books where it is a pleasure to stick with it until the end.

Closing Thoughts

Some may struggle to get into a book that just continues into a series. If you are that way, then start reading the first book in this series. Book one of Fablehaven will only leave you excited to want to read a second book. As for me, I am greatly excited to start reading the third book in the series, Fablehaven, Grip of the Shadow Plague. I'd love to tell you how it goes. But better yet, read it for yourself; I can safely promise you won't regret it. I know I won't. Can't wait!