(4) 4-6 Land of Stories series. Illustrated by Brandon Dorman. When witches and the villainous Literary Army attack New York City, Conner leads characters from fairy tales and his own short stories to save both the city and his cursed twin sister's life. While the twins' quest ends in this sixth entry, Colfer's epilogue hints at a possible continuation. Lengthy series recaps and conveniently solved problems diminish an otherwise satisfying finale fans should enjoy.

Reviewer: Janet Daniels

(4) 4-6 Land of Stories series. Illustrated by Brandon Dorman. In the wake of the Masked Man seizing power in the fairy-tale world with his villainous "Literary Army," the fifteen-year-old Bailey twins travel to Conner's short stories to gather their army. In addition to relying on cheap humor, this fifth entry does little to advance the series' plot (it ends with the battle still looming), but the twins' nonstop adventures should appeal to fans.

Reviewer: Janet Daniels

(4) 4-6 Land of Stories series. Illustrated by Brandon Dorman. The evil Masked Man is traveling through fantasy stories (both authored and folkloric) to gather an army of villains, while twins Alex and Conner, aided by fairy-tale friends, attempt to capture him. Slapdash character development is disappointing, but fans of the enjoyably imaginative series will be pleased with this madcap mash-up (think Lewis Carroll meets Once upon a Time).

Reviewer: Kitty Flynn