FICTION

Thisby Thestoop and the Black Mountain

by Zac GORMAN
illus. by Sam Bosma. 336p. Harper. Apr. 2018. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9780062495679.
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Gr 4–6—Thisby Thestoop was adopted by goblins as an infant due to the poor penmanship of a minotaur who had eaten a big lunch and was hoping the goblins would save her for a later meal. Instead, they read the note lying by the infant as an adoption letter; and that's how Thisby came to earn the job of gamekeeper in a dungeon of monsters at Black Mountain. Tweens will instantly connect with innovative, hardworking Thisby and cheer her on as she works to make sure the princess is safe during a royal visit. Simple illustrations are provided throughout the book that help ground readers in the fantastical setting. Overall, the story is an intriguing page-turner.
VERDICT An exciting read for those who enjoy fantasy and adventure novels with a strong main character.
Reviewed by April Sanders, Spring Hill College, Mobile, AL , Nov 01, 2017

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