Andrew Peterson spins a riveting tale-for-all-ages, following Janner, Tink, and Leeli
Igiby and their trusty dog, Nugget, in escape from the vicious Fangs of Dang who seek the
lost jewels of Anniera. Quirky characters and their world of wonders--from the edge of the
Dark Sea of Darkness to the deadly Glipwood Forest and beyond--set the stage for this epic
adventure that includes...
Original Songs and Silly Poems
Cows & Real Sea Dragons
Man's Tree House
Recipes for Maggotloaf
January 14, 2008
Playwright Peterson (Behold the Lamb of God
) spins a whimsical fantasy novel that will appeal to both adult and YA readers. When the three Igiby siblings find a mysterious map, they embark on an adventure to discover family secrets about the father they never knew and a hidden treasure that many have long desired to find. Leeli, the youngest, can sing with a beauty that captivates dragons; Tink, the middle sibling, has the makings of a king; and Janner, the eldest, possesses a bravery that will protect them all. But the children's curiosity get the entire Igiby family into trouble with the Fangs of Dang—frightening, scaly-skinned, lizard creatures that drip venom—who have ruled the land of Scree since the Great War. Soon, the Igibys are scrambling for their lives. Peterson's style is lighthearted and funny, but following the Igibys' story requires patience and attention to detail and character so as not to get lost. The sheer amount of names, places, creatures and history Peterson invents will frustrate some readers—it is so complicated that he inserts explanatory “historical” footnotes throughout (though many are amusing).