Gargantis (The Legends of Eerie-on-Sea, #2) by Thomas Taylor, Tom Booth
Published by Walker Books US on May 12, 2020
ISBN: 1536208590
Pages: 336
Genres: Adventure, Fantasy
Format: Chapter Book Fiction
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This is the second book in the Legends of Eerie-on-Sea series, and it is great. Herbie Lemons and Violet are back, and things are no less eerie at the Grand Nautilus Hotel. When a glowing ancient bottle with indecipherable script washes up on shore, everyone wants to get their hands on it. Violet and Herbie work together to determine the link between the bottle and the storm with monstrous and spectacular conclusions.

This book is well written and the story is one that many kids will enjoy. Herbie is perfectly awkward and witty, and Violet is sharp and inquisitive. The first book in the series, Malamander, isn’t essential to understanding this book, but there are certain aspects that will make more sense if you read it first. Perfect for fantasy fans who don’t love a ton of scare, I’d recommend this book to kids 3rd grade and up. This is a wonderful entry to middle grade fantasy series.

Reviewed by Jessie Trafton, Skidompha Library, Damariscotta, ME