The Alchemyst: The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel

Ok, here is another series that I am adding to my short list of series that I WILL continue to read the entire series! No, this isn't a new series. It came out in 2007. The fifth book in the series will be out in May. As I mentioned in an earlier post, I don't usually read entire series. I read the first one to know what the books are about, but that's it. There are toooooo many books to read to stick with 6 or 8 books in a series. But this one I will continue reading.

Josh and Sophie are 15 year-old twins that could possibly be the most powerful magicians the world has ever seen. They get wrapped up in the life of the alchemist, Nicholas Flamel, and his wife who have found the secret of immortality and are being chased by an evil magician. Flamel believes the twins are mentioned in a prophecy in the ancient Codex. They encounter all sorts of mythological and legendary beings as they stay one step ahead of the evil, Dee, and his allies.

Great action and suspense! Fantastic mix of history, mythology, science and more. I really enjoyed this book and can't wait to read the next one!

The Trouble with Chickens

The Trouble with Chickens written by Doreen Cronin and illustrated by Kevin Cornell.

This book is about a wise-cracking rescue dog and the troublesome chickens that disturb his peaceful retirement. 

Fun, fun, funny! Hilarious. I really enjoyed this book. I loved the humor and the illustrations matched perfectly with the tone of book. Great family read-aloud!

I will suggest this book to any boy or girl ages 7 and up. Great next step when your child is looking for something more than the popular paperback series available.

Skulduggery Pleasant by Derek Landy

I don't usually read entire series. I read the first one to know what the series is about so I can share that with library patrons. There are just too many books to read for me to take the time to complete a whole series. BUT, there are some for which I will make an exception! I love Skulduggery Pleasant by Derek Landy!