The Pennymores & the Curse of the Invisible Quill by Eric Koester

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I have a great middle grade book for you today. It is perfect for children ages 6-14 who love fantasy books such as Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, and similar book series. I'm delighted to be part of Love Book Tours campaign for this wonderful book!

Blurb 

When her brother vanishes in the night, along with all she thought to be true of magic, Parker Pennymore must unmask family secrets, travel far beyond the castle walls, and convince her sisters to break a few laws along the way - but what's a hero's journey without a little rebellion? 

Created first as a bedtime story with his daughters, The Pennymores explores a world where all writing has been banned for centuries (a setting inspired by the true-life events of Nobel Prize winner Malala Yousafzai). But when an unstoppable enemy returns threatening the destroy their world, the Pennymores must set off on a quest taking them inside hidden mystical realms, confronting ancient challenges, and forcing them to step closer to the heroes they are destined to be.

This "supernatural adventure story, filled with atmosphere, twists, the sublime and dripping with heart" (NY Weekly) features fast-paced action, surprising twists, spunky, funny, and relatable characters exploring fantastical magic and is perfect for fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Narnia, & The School of Good & Evil.

Review

This is a middle grade book about three sisters who live in a magical world. There are magic writers who can create magic but they are banned. As things don't go right, the sisters must take risks. It is a great book for middle schoolers who love books about magic and family and overcoming trouble. The book includes a few pictures and it adds a lot to the story. One of the best things about this book is it was written by a father and his two daughters. It has the imagination of children that can you really see in the book.

Author Info
Eric Koester is a professor at Georgetown University and created this book with his daughters (Quinn & Parker) during the pandemic as a bedtime story.  Koester teaches courses on writing and through his work has helped and coached more than 1,500 published authors, including more than thirty national book award winners and finalists in the past year.

 


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