Why read The Stonekeeper?

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Graphic novel star Kazu Kibuishi creates a world of terrible, man-eating demons, a mechanical rabbit, a giant robot---and two ordinary children on a life-or-death mission. After the tragic death of their father, Emily and Navin move with their mother to the home of her deceased great-grandfather, but the strange house…

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2 authors picked The Stonekeeper as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

J. C. Phillipps

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Amulet is a masterwork of story, imagination, and art.

Tragic circumstances lead to Emily, her younger brother, and her mother having to move into the run-down home of a relative. While cleaning, Emily uncovers an amulet, which almost seems to be meant for her.

That night, her mother is kidnapped by a monster and in order to rescue her, Emily and her brother rush through a portal into another world. And that’s just the beginning!

Emily is a strong young woman who makes bold choices and fiercely defends her family. This adventure story is epic!

From J. C.'s list on young readers featuring a strong female protagonist.

Eric Grissom

Author

Like many of my favorite stories, Amulet begins with a tragedy and descends into a mystery. Kazu Kibuishi has crafted a highly imaginative world, that has a wonderful creepy feel to it. It’s a tale of two siblings who, lost and alone in the darkness, must find their way in a strange world as they race to rescue their mother from a terrible monster.

A great read for middle grade and older and the first in a sprawling adventure series.

From Eric's list on adventure and strange mystery fantasy.