The Sisters Grimm: Magic and Other Misdemeanors - #5

I confess. I am well in to my thirties and had read all of the Grimm books before I thought to share them with nine year old son. Sharing them with him has been like sharing my best, most delightful secret. Every night it pains him to put the book down because he can not wait to see what happens next. And what is better than the sound of a child's laughter? Surely something you will hear often while reading this book. Buckley does a fantastic job at blending fantasy (these are fairy tale characters, afterall) and reality (who have lives in the 21st century). His Grimm series is full of adventure, emotion, and laugh out loud wit (whether you are 9 or closer to 39). Book 5 feels very different from the others. Maybe it is because we have become invested in these characters. Maybe it is because of the plot elements Buckley introduces to this book. Time travel is nothing new to writing, but it certainly adds a spark to this book and really feels right at this point in the series (so glad it didn't happen earlier). And though Buckley always leaves us hanging at the end of each book, the ending to this one has got to be the best (one of many OMG moments in the book) and should be accompanied by some "duhn, duhn, DUHHHHHHH music in the background. I have only two questions after reading Magic and Other Misdemeanors- 1) when is book 7 coming out??? and 2) who is the master of the Scarlet Hand?!?! Ideas anyone?

With the last Harry Potter book written and read, I had decided to reread the Sisters Grimm books, because to me, they're just as wonderful as Harry's world. And like the Potter series, I am always anxiously awaiting the next Sisters Grimm book. Well, what a delight to find the 5th book out ahead of schedule! Such a treat! The 5th book finds the Grimms back in Ferryport Landing, which I was very glad for. Michael Buckley has created such a charming world, and with the addition of the evil Sheriff of Nottingham running things, you can't help but root for the Grimms and the other residents of this town as they fight for their homes. Really great stuff. I also marvel at the lessons Mr. Buckley includes in here - that sense of belonging and acceptance, fighting for family and the ones you love - which really resonates with any age. An absolute delight! Can't wait for the next book!

If you enjoyed the first four Sisters Grimm books, you will love this one. The fifth book has some unexpected plot twists that will keep you reading. The story is "darker" than the first four but not so scary kids wouldn't enjoy it. My daughter and I read it together and now can't wait for the sixth Sisters Grimm book to come out.

My daughter and I have been reading the Grimm Sister's tales and we are hooked. These are fun, witty, clever and sophisticated. We can't wait for the next installment.

I have really enjoyed the series since its inception.. I so enjoy the take on the Brothers Grimm and to think they have decendents and the whole world of make believe is still there..