Helpful Score: 1
After a slow, iterative and expository first 30 pages, the story takes off at a gallop - and a rough and jolting ride ensues. If you have a good grasp of classic mythology and a fair appreciation of metaphysics, you'll do fine. If lacking either of these, the reading might be a chore, but worth it after you've sorted all the intricacies of the rich world the author creates. The suspense does draw you into the story - who are these children, how did they come to be imprisoned and by whom, and how will they manifest their legacy 'powers' are well-paced through the book and its sequels. I read and re-read my Edith Hamilton's Mythology to pieces as a young teen, so I really enjoyed this series.
