As with Ali's first book, this is a splendid read. Do make sure you have no obligations so you can do a marathon read. This is written for children (or the forever young) so it is a great present or stocking stuffer this Christmas. It has all the ingredients of a great children's story, it doesn't talk down or deliberately use simpler words, it is a fun story and sure to be requested to be read at bedtime or any other time! Bonus was that I know the geography very well, which made it even more fun! Looking forward to the next book!! --Dr. Marc Glavin