(4) 4-6 Will Wilder series. Illustrated by Jeff Nentrup. First, Will discovered he can see demons (The Relic of Perilous Falls); now he is training at the town museum with the demon-fighting Brethren. When the Staff of Moses disappears, Will must defeat a demon summoning biblical plagues upon Perilous Falls. Though the overly complex premise remains cumbersome, occasional full-page black-and-white illustrations and a lighthearted tone help keep this fast-paced sequel entertaining.

Reviewer: Jenn Matters

(4) 4-6 Kaimira series. Illustrated by Jeff Nentrup. After meks capture Mei's mother, her father sends her to balloon-lifted Sky Village. Across the world, Rom battles beast-mek hybrids to rescue his sister from a gambling overlord. A mysterious book connects Mei and Rom. This ambitious series starter has a hard time holding itself together, but anime fans will love the creative vision and the occasional dark, dramatic illustrations. Glos.

Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam