The Horn Book Guide

INTERMEDIATE FICTION

Brockway, Stephanie , Masiello, Ralph

The Mystic Phyles: Beasts

137 pp. | Charlesbridge | July, 2011 | Trade ISBN 978-1-57091-718-9 $15.95

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Ralph Masiello. After receiving a mysterious summons from a "Devoted Friend," thirteen-year-old Abigail Thaddeus begins learning about mythical beasts (e.g., mermaids and sea monsters), recording the experience in her diary. With the aid of the Bestiary Masielus, Abigail puts together an informative and engaging dossier, uncovering closely guarded family secrets along the way. Letters, drawings, and photographs give the book a scrapbook appearance. Websites. Bib.

Reviewer: Jamie Tan