On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness:Andrew Peterson

Long, long ago, when thwaps and toothy cows roamed free, there lived the Igiby family.  Janner, Tink, and Leeli seem like ordinary children living ordinary lives. They live in peace, unless you take into account of the Black Carriage that comes every night to take children way from their homes.   UThey live free of danger, unless you take note of the scaly, slimy, evil, lizard-like Fangs of Dang, threatening their peaceful hometown.  The Igiby family must defend themselves against these frightening creatures in a search to discover what the 'Jewels of Aniera' are, and what makes them so important to protect.

This book is riddled with amazing, strong characters and  loaded with major Christian motifs.  The 7th grade class goes through the entire Wingfeather Saga as part of their Literature Curriculum, and this is the first book in that series.  I have never had a more positive class outlook on an entire book like I have had for this series!  They are simple too good to put down.  The characters in the story put us to shame when it comes to being brave, chivalrous, and fighting for what they know is right! This book is good for middle grades 6-8.

Grade Level: 6