Keeper of Myths

Reviewed by: Kris Zuidema - retired school librarian, Standish, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: March 15, 2018

Review

In this fantasy the author blends modern day characters with a mythical world. It is the second in the series, "Secrets of Valhalla," though this is not listed on this edition. The first chapter refers to a quest for the Runes of Valhalla. Buzz, Mary, and Theo had traveled to the underworld to free the Norse gods and save the world. Now, their friend, Sam, is having strange experiences and Buzz and Mary are off on dangerous adventure. They must find the Keeper of the Myths in order to save Sam and the world. Since I did not read the first in the series, I found it difficult to be engaged in the story. I wish I had looked more closely on the front flap of the book to read that Buzz and Mary were teaming up again. There is a lot of action and the characters are well drawn, but I would recommend that readers find the first in the series before choosing this one.

Overall Book Score: good