This is a book I read when I was in my early teens. I loved it so much that first time and spent years trying to find it again. I’m so glad I was able to read it again. There was so much adventure and a couple of twists. I will definitely be reading the sequel (which I didn’t know about until recently). It is middle-grade, so it’s got quite a simple plot and an easy to understand writing style. I think it stands the test of time. I really enjoyed it. 

CW: This book does start off by mentioning the 9/11 disaster.