Warren the 13th and the Whispering Woods
A Novel
Published on 21. March 2017
Book
Hardback
240 pages
978-1-59474-929-2 (ISBN)
Description
This sequel to Warren the 13th and the All-Seeing Eye begins soon after the first book s conclusion. Twelve-year-old Warren has learned that his beloved hotel can walk, and now it s ferrying guests around the countryside, transporting tourists to strange and foreign destinations. But when an unexpected detour brings everyone into the dark and sinister Malwoods, Warren finds himself separated from his hotel and his friends and racing after them on foot through a forest teeming with witches, snakes, talking trees, and mind-boggling riddles. Once again, you can expect stunning illustrations and gorgeous design from Will Staehle on every page along with plenty of nonstop action and adventure!
Reviews / Votes
"Del Rio delivers another rollicking adventure with this sequel...Staehle's abundant etchinglike illustrations play on the story's humor and drama, resulting in a mystery that is fresh and imaginative."-Booklist"This skillfully executed novel filled with magic and humor is a high-quality offering for reluctant readers and fans of Lemony Snicket."-School Library Journal
"In a double-columned narrative festooned throughout with macabre green-and-black illustrations that thicken the Gothic air considerably...dismal turns abound.... Another entry in the 'unfortunate events' genre, kitted out with atmospheric art, unusual book design, and a wonderfully homely protagonist."-Kirkus Reviews
"Our son has never in his life been hooked on a book more than with Warren the 13th."-Dad Suggests
Praise for Warren the 13th and the All-Seeing Eye
"An engaging mystery to unravel, with a few nice twists and surprises along the way. . . . It's a fair bet that for many the main attraction of Warren the 13th and the All-Seeing Eye will be Staehle's lavish illustrations."-New York Times Book Review
"A whimsical mystery with a lot of heart and spine-tingling illustrations, this novel will circulate as soon as children open it."-School Library Journal, Starred Review
"The riveting story had interesting characters, riddles, and lots of drama. Readers will get caught up in the mystery and will want to keep turning pages to find out what happens next."-Nicolas Curry, Kid Reporter for Time for Kids
"Beautifully and amusingly designed and illustrated, featuring a plot filled with twists and riddles, this clever tale of mysterious goings-on at a run-down hotel proves to be an unlikely winner."-Common Sense Media, 4 out 5 stars
"An adventure with echoes of classic children's titles like Raskin's The Westing Game and Dahl's The Witches. . . . Stylish, exciting, funny, and just slightly macabre, this entertaining novel bodes well for Warren's future adventures."-Publishers Weekly
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Andrews McMeel Publishing
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: Fifth Grade and over, Interest Age: From 10 years
Dimensions
Height: 224 mm
Width: 198 mm
Thickness: 23 mm
Weight
689 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-59474-929-2 (9781594749292)
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Persons
Tania del Rio is the author of Warren the 13th and the All-Seeing Eye (Quirk, 2015). A professional comic book writer and artist, her clients include Archie Comics, Dark Horse, and Marvel. She is best known for her work writing and drawing the 42-issue run of Sabrina the Teenage Witch. She lives in Los Angeles. Will Staehle illustrated and designed Warren the 13th and the All-Seeing Eye, plus many dozens of award-winning book jackets. Print magazine named him one of the Top Twenty under Thirty New Visual Artists. He lives in Portland, Oregon.