Book details
Crooked Castle: A Twisty Thriller from the Casey Grimes Fantasy Universe
Description
Don't mind the dragon. When Brook, an orphan with a knack for survival, is dumped on a deadly island-by a beast that shouldn't exist-all she knows is she's far from her group home in Weed, California. And haunted by a past that stays just out of reach.Brook knows the towering castle at the island's heart is her ticket to a better life. As near-death experiences stack up, she and her accomplice, Fox, make plans to infiltrate the stronghold. With room to breath, she'll figure out who she is and why she's on the island-no matter what the cost. CROOKED CASTLE is a YA contemporary fantasy/thriller about an orphan flung into a survival puzzle with a hulking mystery in the middle.
Age
9-18
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
246 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Fantasy World: 'Crooked Castle' offers readers an immersive experience in the Casey Grimes Fantasy Universe, which is rich with imaginative settings, magical elements, and unique creatures that captivate the imagination and provide an escape from the mundane.
- Thrilling Plot: As a twisty thriller, the book promises a plot full of suspense, unexpected turns, and intriguing mysteries that will keep readers on the edge of their seats, eager to find out what happens next.
- Character Development: AJ Vanderhorst is known for creating relatable and dynamic characters. Readers will have the opportunity to follow the growth and adventures of the protagonist, Casey Grimes, as he navigates the challenges within the Crooked Castle, making for a rewarding character-driven narrative.
- Series Continuity: For fans of the Casey Grimes series, 'Crooked Castle' provides an opportunity to continue the journey with familiar characters while also introducing new elements to the story. It's a chance to see how the series evolves and to enjoy the ongoing development of the fantasy universe created by AJ Vanderhorst.