This was a great book, which really pulls the reader in! Nix has done a great job with the adventure aspect of the novel, and there are many fantastic (if fantastically evil) creatures, described in detail in their essence and physical aspects included. It is a true heaven to those who love fantasy adventure  novels, the rough story is as follows:. Arthur Penhaligon, an asmathic seventh grader is an intersting character, with a very unordinary life. One day, he is handed the Key and the Atlas, and the fate of his world falls on his shoulders, as a fatal plague sweeps the area. The fast and intense plot makes the book absolutely captivating, as Arthur finds out just how deep his adventure goes. It was a wonderful book, as was its sequel, Grim Tuesday. I have not read any further, but these two have persuaded me to pursue this series, and i hope it will motivate many others to as well
The fast and intense plot makes the book absolutely captivating, as Arthur finds out just how deep his adventure goes