Zimmah the wicked djinn thought he was so smart. He thought nothing could stop him, let alone a mere child. That was until he met Whitney, a devilish girl who used his own powers against him.
A wish gone wrong sends Zimmah, Whitney, and Karim to The Otherworld, a magical land where Mermaids and Unicorns are caught in an epic war. All Whitney wants is to save her sick mother, all Karim wants is to get home, and all Zimmah wants is revenge on the children who have tricked him.
This fantasy adventure is the second in a middle grade series focusing on djinn, genies and world warping magic!
Scott King is an author and photographer. He was born in Washington D.C. and raised in Ocean City, Maryland. He received his undergraduate degree in film from Towson University, and his M.F.A. in film from American University.
“DAD! A Documentary Graphic Novel,” King’s first book was published in Fall ’09. He is also the creator and writer of “Holiday Wars.”
King is a game photographer based in Texas. His most common shoots are for websites, online stores, and for other marketing needs. He also produces an annual calendar that highlights board and other hobby games.
King was first introduced to the entertainment industry in high school when he was hired as a production assistant on “Runaway Bride.” At the time, he served as a reporter for the school newspaper and although another student was assigned the article about the movie King was determined to write it. He snuck into a press conference where Gary Marshall was meeting with local media, so that he could out-scoop his fellow student. Durring the meeting King asked a few questions about how the movie would affect bus routes and local businesses. The next day he was hired and he’s been working in the entrainment industry ever since.
The second book in the series is a stand alone out-of-the-box novel.
A new character is introduced and developed before our eyes.
For returning readers, Karim is true to self and form.
Our devil's advocate, Zimmah, shines in his new role as a Genie and still uses his twisted mind to play games while teaching a lesson. Who knew he had a comical side?
A look-see at an Otherworld, where unicorns and mermaids did not step off the pages from fairytales and original folklore, yet still a kids' book.
Enjoyable and a must read. Strongly recommended and I will continue to the next book!
Once again we find ourselves in a fantasy world with Karim and Zimmah the Djinn. Only this time it's not a candy land, it's a world where unicorns and mermaids are at war with each other. This time the warring factors are not Karim's parents, this novel is more about Zimmah and a girl he meets that is able to bring him down and he is trying to fight her. But now this new land and a new war with fantastical creatures could possibly bring Zimmah down but Whitney is more interested in saving her mother who is very ill and could die. Will Karim and Whitney be able to defeat the Djinn for good this time or to make him see how harmful his "wishes" can be? And will Whitney be able to save her mother in time? You have to read the book to find out! No spoilers :) Again in this book I love the way the author juxtaposes the situation with the Mermaids and Unicorns to parallel what is happening in Whitney's life with her mother. I love the way both of the books so far have shown that what we want may not always be what is best. Another great read from King, he has an amazing ability to transport the reader to the worlds he creates and make them part of the story. You won't be able to put it down.
I received a complimentary ebook in exchange for my honest review.
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REVIEW BY: Michaela, age 11 years, 5 months
MAY CONTAIN SPOILER:
I think this book is good. I really enjoyed the unicorns and my favorite unicorn is Sparkle because she is kind and so cool. The mermaids are really mean though.
Boy can Mermaids and Unicorns fight. But not to worry, the kids are there to save the day! This book is awesome and ridiculous. And you, yes you, the one reading this right now, should definitely check it out.