Every now and then someone comes into the store and wants something for that kid who’s read everything. You know the kind — the kid that says “read it” to literally every book you can think of, and then some.
I like those kids.
Not only are they reading (always a plus), it forces me to think outside of my usual selling box and come up with some fun, but lesser known titles, and it occurred to me that you, Dear Reader, might be interested in these books too.
So, I present my “Fun Books You Might Have Missed” Series where I and the other fabulous folk in the children’s book department here at BookPeople will tell you about some great kids’ books you may have overlooked in the past.
And, the next time you want a recommendation, you can click on the “Fun Books You Might Have Missed” Category Link and see all the books we’ve recommended.
To get us started this week, I chose The Keeper of the Grail (The Youngest Templar, Book 1).
In this fun book, young squire Tristan is given one of the holiest relics of Christendom, the Grail, by his master just before the fall of Acre. Forced to flee the land and try to get the Grail back to Scotland, Tristan is befriended along the way by one of King Richard’s archers (named Robard Hode) and Maryam, a Saracen Al Hashshashin (or assassin). And no, his friend’s names are not a coincidence.
The book is action packed with battles, journeys, and plenty of brushes with death. Most historical novels don’t seem to be written to appeal to boys, but there is more than enough adventure for even the most reluctant of readers. It’s also a fairly fast read, perfect for a rainy afternoon. Best of all Book 2 is already out, and the final book will release in October, so you won’t have to wait long to find out how it all ends.
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