This is the first time I have read a book by Terry Brooks. I don't read much Sci-Fi, but this sounded fun. I was not disappointed. This was one of the most enjoyable books I have read in a while. This story has it all, adventure, mystery, suspense, comedy, romance... The characters are well developed and each has it's own personality.
Ben Holiday, an attorney and widower, finds an ad in a high-end catalog for a magic kingdom. The ad promises dragons and castles, fairies and sorcerors. Ben, who is tired and disgusted with his current life, decides to check it out. A million dollars later, he finds himself the owner of Landover. Landover is a magical place that has gone without a King for many years and it will be Ben's job, along with his small cast of supporters; a wizard, a talking dog, and a beautiful girl who becomes a tree, and 2 monkey-like creatures who never stop grinning to bring Landover back to it's restored condition.
There is nothing to complain about or dislike with this book. It's fun and well written. I enjoyed it so much, I have purchased the rest of the series. Give it a try, you'll have a good time. |
Magic Kingdom for Sale--Sold! (Magic Kingdom of Landover) Books In Print, Audio Books.