As is common to YA fiction, the heroes in both series are young adults. However, what stands out to me about Mulls books is the relationship between young adults and adults, and the consistent value placed on virtue. I know that I can purchase any of his books and allow my children to read them without concern about inappropriate content. They are interesting, inventive, and always clean. I have really enjoyed reading Brandon Mull's books. I'm excited for my kids to read The Candy Shop War, and I give my highest recommendation that your family join in on the fun!
This time around though, there is the briefest of set ups for the next story-and I can handle that. I needn't have worried, everything is wrapped up with a nice neat bow at the end.
It received such good feedback though that he found more story to tell, and I was worried that his "more" would become a series like Fablehaven where you don't learn the whole story until you've read all the books. The first Candy Shop War was written as a stand alone story-Brandon Mull wasn't planning on more. because of Harry Potter it's my personal mission to avoid reading any book series until all the books have been written, thus avoiding the agonizing wait for a new book to resolve the conflict. Not long after I got into the book I began to get nervous about an unresolved ending. Stott's adopted daughter-who has a secret past that must be kept from her at all costs! Stott is back to help, and we get to meet several new friends too, including Lindy, Mr. With the worlds most powerful magician and the worlds best magical law enforcer M.I.A, there isn't much to keep magical bad guys from doing what they do best-using kids to do their dirty work by giving them magical powers! That's why is lucky for the safty of the whole planet that Nate, Trevor, Summer, and Pigeon are once again up to the task of beating the bad guys and saving the day. and for those of you who are still uninitiated to the world of magical candy, this is a VERY bad thing. This time, Mazog and John Dart are missing. The Arcade Catastrophe references back to that first book several times, and some key plot points are dependent on a knowledge of what's happened in the past. If you haven't read The Candy Shop War, you absolutly need to read it first. The story was engaging, the message was positive, and the characters are strong, honorable, and brave. Brandon Mull is getting better and better! The Arcade Catastrophe is packed full of good, clean excitment and suspense.
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