The Magic Box

Reviewed by: Barbara Merritt - Scarborough School Department, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: December 8, 2014

Review

When his father must spend a lot of time traveling, Max is sent to live with his grandfather in a spooky, run down old house. Max loves the house and soon discovers that Uncle Larry lives there also. Uncle Larry died long ago and is a ghost who never realized his ambition to become a detective. While Max is visiting Uncle Larry in his house, the phone rings for the first time in 20 years and Larry is off to solve a mystery with Max at his side. The story continues at a fast pace that will keep young readers' interest. Those children who like silliness will especially enjoy the antics that ensue until finally the mystery is solved.

Overall Book Score: good