Absolutely magical

So if a grown-up tells you not to do something, what do you do? If you're like Seth in Fablehaven by Brandon Mull, you figure nothing bad will happen, and wow - will you be wrong. Seth and his sister Kendra are taken to live with their grandparents, whom they hardly know, while their parents go on a trip. The kids eventually learn that their grandparents' estate is actually a sanctuary for magical creatures, such as fairies, satyrs, and imps. Seth has a hard time obeying his grandfather (his grandmother is mysteriously "away"); as a result of his actions, he not only meets some dangerous creatures, but unleashes them as well, and a big good vs. evil battle is underway. I loved the language the kids used - they really, truly sound like siblings - and the action kept me turning the pages. Another terrific Rebecca Caudill nominee!