The League and the Lantern {Book Review}

Author: Brian Wells
A concerned dad who couldn’t find quality entertainment for his kids. He has worked on and produced 15 TV movies for the major networks, and this is his book debut.

Synopsis:

The League and the Lantern is the first book in a new adventure series for middle-school readers. It all starts when a dangerous organization invades Jake Herndon’s seventh-grade sleepover. He escapes along with two new classmates, Lucy and TJ, only to face a 48-hour fight for survival on the streets of Chicago. The kids unravel a mystery dating back to the Civil War, and an incredible secret about Jake’s family. Along the way they learn unexpected lessons about courage, family and friendship. AFTER A DISASTROUS SIXTH GRADE, Jake Herndon is anxiously awaiting his Big Do-Over, starting with his new school’s notorious seventh grade sleepover. Awkward team-building games and forced fun quickly become the least of his problems, however, when a dangerous organization invades and the night takes a shocking turn. Jake and two new classmates, Lucy and TJ, barely escape, only to find themselves in a fight for survival on the streets of Chicago. Over the next 48 hours they unravel a mystery dating back to the Civil War and an incredible secret about Jake s family. Full of unforgettable characters and unexpected twists, The League and the Lantern is a jaw-dropping ride of mind-bending revelations and laugh-out-loud humor. If Jake and his new friends can make it through this weekend, they just might have a shot at seventh grade.

Talking Points:

• Inspires reading – Adventure series your kids will want to read.Educational Value – 140 key vocabulary words hidden throughout the story, historic sites are part of the setting
• Moral Value – Lessons in family, friendship, mercy and compassion. Lead characters are friends who are different races.
• Help Kids – Operates on a buy one – give one campaign to get books into the hands of kids who cannot afford their own copies

SOCIAL CORNER:

website: The League and the Lantern
facebook: The League and the Lantern
purchase: amazon

My Thoughts:

I thought it was a fun, exciting and interesting book. I liked the characters and dialogue. The plot and situations were a little far-fetched but I liked how they turned out. I recommend the book for ages 9-12. I admit that I’m looking forward to the rest of the books in the series. 🙂

Giveaway:

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