I have seen comments about GARTH NIX and his very successful Keys to the Kingdom series. I review here the first, “Mister Monday”, which I happened upon recently.

This book can almost, and perhaps should, be described as the start of a new genre which combines the best of science fiction with the magical world so beloved of Harry Potter devotees.  It is as exciting a read as any I have reviewed here previously. Snatched from the jaws of death, and chosen for that reason, Arthur finds himself with no option but to embark on a fantastic and dangerous journey to claim the Monday’s key, the first of seven that represent the Will of the Architect. The pace is at times breathtaking, and I was hooked from page 1.

Meet Garth Nix and his fantasy-adventure world at: http://www.garthnix.co.uk/home