Artemis Fowl

by Eoin Colfer

With his father missing and his mother ill, twelve-year-old Artemis continues the family's criminal pursuits. In the series' opening novel, Artemis searches for the fairy's book, eventually hoping it will guide him to fairy gold. Although well thought out, Artemis' plans must change as he encounters trolls and elves.

Personal Thoughts: What a wonderful novel! I listened to the audiobook of Artemis Fowl and enjoyed every minute of it.

The 39 Clues: The Maze of Bones

by Rick Riordan

The 39 Clues: The Maze of Bones, the first book in a scheduled series of ten, follows the adventures of Amy and Dan Cahill. These two youngsters are members of the powerful Cahill family and must uncover thirty-nine clues left behind by Grace Cahill. The clues will help them discover the secrets of their heritage.

Personal Thoughts: From the opening sentence, Riordan's book immediately caught my interest. Not only did the novel keep me on the edge of my seat, it seamlessly incorporated history into the storyline.