That's no hardship, although I will warn you, don't start eating when you read the part where Jack and Jill enter the Giant's Cave. If you are curious, you'll just have to read the book. This book has just about everything, even a large, fire-breathing salamander named Eddie. That combination makes him an irresistible writer. And deep down, there is a very important lesson that spoke to me and no doubt will give young readers something to think about, something very prevalent in this day, with bullying at an all time high. He seems to stay in touch with the child inside himself. He also has a sometimes twisted, but always funny sense of humor. Gidwitz is a person who loves folklore and fairy tales, and it's more than evident. And I was very happy when things worked out for a happy ending. I held my breath when they found themselves in some very tight and scary parts. I cheered for them when they accomplished incredible obstacles. My heart was broken for what happened to these three friends. This kids wormed their way into my heart and I felt deeply for them. I challenge you to read this without talking out loud or even shouting or moaning on some parts. His narration is perfect and really adds to this book. I strongly recommend getting the audiobook narrated by Johnnie Heller. I'd say that any reader under twelve should be under parental supervision, most definitely. You might want to read it first and then let your child read it. I mean, I admit I probably read stuff like that when I was twelve, but I would caution a parent to be careful with this book. There are a couple of parts of this book that are in no way kid friendly. I was skeptical to see what he could do with Jack and Jill, but he more than pleasantly surprised me. Once again, Adam Gidwitz has knocked my socks off.
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