Adventurers Wanted: Slathbog’s Gold, by M. L. Forman, is the beginning of an all new fantasy series for youth.
When Alex Taylor enters a shop with a strange sign that seems to change every time he looks at it, he embarks on the adventure of a lifetime. Alex soon finds himself joining 7 other adventurers on a quest to slay an evil dragon and recover its hoard. Along the journey, he discovers amazing things about himself and forms incredible friendships.
In classic epic fantasy form, this is a fantastic journey of a young man who comes to his own, while learning about the strange world around him. In a world of elves, dwarves, wizards, and other mystical creatures, magic is almost commonplace. And Alex is fascinated with it all. He is a likeable character and his companions even more so.
The story reminded me a lot of Eragon, yet the reading is easier and quicker. Highly enjoyable, fast-paced, and full of adventure; Adventurers Wanted: Slathbog’s Gold will definitely be making my list of top children’s books for 2009. Fantasy fans of all ages will enjoy this high fantasy romp.
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Adventurers Wanted: Slathbog’s Gold releases February 4th, from Shadow Mountain Press.
“Adventurers Wanted: Slathbog’s gold” was exciting, easy to read, and I am wanting more of it!