Rise of the Evening Star (Fablehaven, #2)
Rise of the Evening Star (Fablehaven, #2)
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Contemporary • Fantasy World
2007
9-12 years
730L
Super Short Summary
Rise of the Evening Star by Brandon Mull is the second book in the Fablehaven series. It follows the siblings Kendra and Seth as they return to the Fablehaven preserve, facing new threats and challenges while protecting mystical creatures and magical artifacts. The story deepens the series' mystery and adventure elements.
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Rise of the Evening Star by Brandon Mull is widely praised for its imaginative plot, engaging characters, and vivid world-building. Readers commend Mull's ability to balance humor and suspense. However, some critics note occasional predictability and underdeveloped subplots. Overall, it's a compelling sequel that captivates both young and older audiences.
Who Should Read Rise of the Evening Star (Fablehaven, #2)?
Readers who would enjoy Brandon Mull’s Rise of the Evening Star are typically fans of middle-grade fantasy adventures. Comparable to books like The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan or Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling, these readers enjoy magical worlds, mythical creatures, and heroic quests.
131,990 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Rise of the Evening Star is the second book in the Fablehaven series, which was first published on May 1, 2007, continuing the adventures set in a magical preserve for mythical creatures.
Author Brandon Mull has stated that he drew inspiration for the Fablehaven series from childhood visits to his grandparents' farm mixed with a fascination for the idea of magical creatures hidden in plain sight.
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The series was well-received, with Rise of the Evening Star contributing to nearly two million copies of the Fablehaven books being sold by 2010, cementing the series' popularity among young readers.
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Novel • Fiction
Contemporary • Fantasy World
2007
9-12 years
730L
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