The Spider Ring

Reviewed by: Carla McAllister - New Gloucester Public Library, New Gloucester, Maine, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: June 18, 2015

Review

Maria's grandmother has always been a bit 'out there.' Her past is a mystery and her obsession with spiders is a bit worrisome. She even has a ring shaped like a spider with a hidden compartment. However, when Grandma Esme dies after making some cryptic remarks such as, "The spiders have returned" and "People with gifts like ours must always choose between doing what is right and what is easy. You must promise me that you will do what is right," Maria gradually learns about Grandma's past and what powers she has inherited when she inherits from Grandma through the spider ring and that her newfound power can lead to big trouble. Young readers enamored of all things 'special powers' will enjoy this book, but anyone with any level of arachnophobia should stay away.

Overall Book Score: very good