A review by hana83
Rise of the Evening Star by Brandon Mull
5.0
Several reviewers mention that they enjoyed the second book in the Fablehaven series, Rise of the Evening Star, much more than the first book. I have to agree. There is something more to the sequel. Perhaps it is the fact that both children are almost a year older. There is possibly a little more maturity in Kendra’s brother, Seth, although there are times he still causes trouble. Or perhaps it is the introduction of several new characters, a potion master, a collector of magical relics, or the trapper of mystical creatures that add to the depth of this fantasy.
Kendra and Seth, of course, return to Fablehaven at the beginning of the summer because they find themselves in danger at home. Once they arrive at the refuge, they are immediately apprised of the situation and are introduced to the three new residents at Fablehaven who immediately take the children under their wing to teach them some of their expertise.
As I read about their training, I wondered why these masters would share their most prized secrets with the children? They were taking an awful risk sharing their secrets with them? At one point grandma does clarify my questions about this. She says, “Running toward danger is foolhardy. … But so is closing your eyes to it. Many perils become less dangerous once you understand their potential hazards.” (p. 130) So, they are being prepared for dangers that are looming around them and therefore they are given tools to deal with those dangers. They are also being tested whether or not they can keep these secrets. This book poses a question about loyalty and trust. As the story unravels, whom will they be able to trust? A great read!
Kendra and Seth, of course, return to Fablehaven at the beginning of the summer because they find themselves in danger at home. Once they arrive at the refuge, they are immediately apprised of the situation and are introduced to the three new residents at Fablehaven who immediately take the children under their wing to teach them some of their expertise.
As I read about their training, I wondered why these masters would share their most prized secrets with the children? They were taking an awful risk sharing their secrets with them? At one point grandma does clarify my questions about this. She says, “Running toward danger is foolhardy. … But so is closing your eyes to it. Many perils become less dangerous once you understand their potential hazards.” (p. 130) So, they are being prepared for dangers that are looming around them and therefore they are given tools to deal with those dangers. They are also being tested whether or not they can keep these secrets. This book poses a question about loyalty and trust. As the story unravels, whom will they be able to trust? A great read!