Reviews
"Great cast of characters, lots of cool puzzles and mysteries. This book reminded me of some of the better children's books I grew up with, like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The Phantom Tollbooth ."-- Rick Riordan, "Real flashlight under the bedclothes material... this story flies past, thrilling us as it goes."-- Horn Book, "Dashes of mild humor and introspection rest on a solid base of suspense, mystery, and well-rounded characters, making this a satisfying dish for readers of varying tastes."-- The Bulletin, starred review, "Tackles personal concerns: abandonment, family, loyalty, and facing one's fears."-- Booklist, starred review, "Fans of Roald Dahl or Blue Balliett will find a familiar blend of kid power, clues, and adventure."-- School Library Journal, starred review, "Begins with a bang... resembles the otherwordly experience of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory ."-- Publishers Weekly, starred review, "Begins with a bang... resembles the otherwordly experience of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory ."-- Publishers Weekly (starred review)
