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Key Hunters #3
The Haunted Howl (Key Hunters #3)
Cleo and Evan have a secret. A collection of books so dangerous they are locked up tight. A friend has vanished inside the pages of one of them. It's up to them to find the key that will set her free.
THE CURSE OF THE FULL MOON MUST BE BROKEN!
On a dark and stormy night, Cleo and Evan are haunted by a disaster. Evan has been bitten by a werewolf! If they can't find the cure -- and the right key -- before the full moon rises, he'll be stuck prowling the pages of this ghost story for good!
THE CURSE OF THE FULL MOON MUST BE BROKEN!
On a dark and stormy night, Cleo and Evan are haunted by a disaster. Evan has been bitten by a werewolf! If they can't find the cure -- and the right key -- before the full moon rises, he'll be stuck prowling the pages of this ghost story for good!
128 pages, Paperback
First published September 13, 2016
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October 27, 2021
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Tonight is the full moon, and Evan has just been bitten by a werewolf.
Cleo and Evan discovered a secret, magical library that transports them into the stories of books. They have already lived through two stories, and while searching for their missing librarian, now enter another. They must give it a proper ending before they can get back to the real world, and for this story, that means breaking the werewolf curse. But to do that, they must face an angry mob, ghosts, and monsters – all while Evan is slowly turning into a werewolf.
Disclosure
I borrowed this book for free from our library system, it was provided for my personal use. There was no agreement with the author, publisher, or any third party that I would publish a review. The following review is unsolicited, unbiased, and all opinions are my own.
Review – Spoiler Free
Another fun read from the Key Hunter series (read my review of the first book here). I loved the story line, there were a few expected turns, but they weren’t painfully obvious and didn’t pull you away from the story. The pace starts off pretty casual, then as soon as Evan and Cleo get into the Library, it picks up and is fast through to the end.
Repeat characters continue to grow in depth through the series, with little bits of information being added in each story. We also begin to learn more about the magical libraries and the librarians that use them, I’d love to keep learning more about them in the next books.
I was a little hesitant with Cleo and Evan going into a horror story this time around. I wasn’t sure how our kids would receive it, and I didn’t want to have to skip this book with them. I was pleased to find that if you’re reading this aloud, by playing with certain pauses or other emphasis, it isn’t strictly horror and is very easy to read it as action/ adventure.
As with books 1 and 2, Cleo and Evan are crucial to the story line, not just observers; this is awesome. Luper does a fantastic job of getting a good, full story crammed into a little book. Also, a few new or confusing words are explained in text without breaking the story. Quality isn’t sacrificed just because it’s shorter, or because there is a younger intended audience.
And again, as with the previous books, there is very little that I didn’t like. There were a few spots where I was confused about how a character knew something, but it’s not a big problem. There was also some teasing between Cleo and Evan that I didn’t like – it was good-natured ribbing between two close friends and isn’t used in a degrading way, this is just a personal preference. I’m also a little bummed that there is no chapter heading image with just Cleo and Evan walking/ running in their in-story costume, this has absolutely nothing to do this the story, I just really enjoyed those illustrations from the last two books.
Overall, this is another great book in the Key Hunters series. I would definitely recommend it and we will continue to check out the remaining books in the series.
Tonight is the full moon, and Evan has just been bitten by a werewolf.
Cleo and Evan discovered a secret, magical library that transports them into the stories of books. They have already lived through two stories, and while searching for their missing librarian, now enter another. They must give it a proper ending before they can get back to the real world, and for this story, that means breaking the werewolf curse. But to do that, they must face an angry mob, ghosts, and monsters – all while Evan is slowly turning into a werewolf.
Disclosure
I borrowed this book for free from our library system, it was provided for my personal use. There was no agreement with the author, publisher, or any third party that I would publish a review. The following review is unsolicited, unbiased, and all opinions are my own.
Review – Spoiler Free
Another fun read from the Key Hunter series (read my review of the first book here). I loved the story line, there were a few expected turns, but they weren’t painfully obvious and didn’t pull you away from the story. The pace starts off pretty casual, then as soon as Evan and Cleo get into the Library, it picks up and is fast through to the end.
Repeat characters continue to grow in depth through the series, with little bits of information being added in each story. We also begin to learn more about the magical libraries and the librarians that use them, I’d love to keep learning more about them in the next books.
I was a little hesitant with Cleo and Evan going into a horror story this time around. I wasn’t sure how our kids would receive it, and I didn’t want to have to skip this book with them. I was pleased to find that if you’re reading this aloud, by playing with certain pauses or other emphasis, it isn’t strictly horror and is very easy to read it as action/ adventure.
As with books 1 and 2, Cleo and Evan are crucial to the story line, not just observers; this is awesome. Luper does a fantastic job of getting a good, full story crammed into a little book. Also, a few new or confusing words are explained in text without breaking the story. Quality isn’t sacrificed just because it’s shorter, or because there is a younger intended audience.
And again, as with the previous books, there is very little that I didn’t like. There were a few spots where I was confused about how a character knew something, but it’s not a big problem. There was also some teasing between Cleo and Evan that I didn’t like – it was good-natured ribbing between two close friends and isn’t used in a degrading way, this is just a personal preference. I’m also a little bummed that there is no chapter heading image with just Cleo and Evan walking/ running in their in-story costume, this has absolutely nothing to do this the story, I just really enjoyed those illustrations from the last two books.
Overall, this is another great book in the Key Hunters series. I would definitely recommend it and we will continue to check out the remaining books in the series.
December 14, 2018
{My thoughts} – Evan And Cleo get to go on yet another dangerous adventure thanks to the key they’d received in the last book. In this story Evan is a werewolf and he and Cleo have to figure out a way to stop the werewolves from destroying the village that they are living in. They are friends with a boy named Francis that offers to help them try and put an end to the curse. He says they can do this by using his father’s research notes. The three of them set out to gather the ingredients needed to create a potion that is suppose to cure the sickness that makes individuals werewolves.
While they are on their journey they make some unusual allies. Those allies prove to be very helpful near the end of their adventure.
Will they be able to get all the ingredients needed to create the cure? Will they be able to find the next key needed in order to go into the next story? Will they ever be able to mutually work with the new librarian in their quest to save their old librarian?
I recommend this book for any young reader that wants to go on an adventure. It’s an added bonus if they enjoy reading stories about werewolves and ghosts. This story helped to fill in some missing gaps in the storyline that were much needed. It also helped me as a reader to better understand the storyline as well as the character’s roles within the series.
While they are on their journey they make some unusual allies. Those allies prove to be very helpful near the end of their adventure.
Will they be able to get all the ingredients needed to create the cure? Will they be able to find the next key needed in order to go into the next story? Will they ever be able to mutually work with the new librarian in their quest to save their old librarian?
I recommend this book for any young reader that wants to go on an adventure. It’s an added bonus if they enjoy reading stories about werewolves and ghosts. This story helped to fill in some missing gaps in the storyline that were much needed. It also helped me as a reader to better understand the storyline as well as the character’s roles within the series.
April 23, 2021
My kiddos loved this third iteration. At 7 and 9 they're in a perfect age range, even though the story seems way too simple for me. We took turns reading chapters out loud and most of my enjoyment of the story came from their attempts at doing voices for all the characters.
This book breaks from the more predictable plots of the previous books and I was actually surprised by a few plot points in this story, which was enjoyable for me. Along those lines, the standard haunted mansion storyline was modernized in a good way.
My kids are enjoying this much more than magic treehouse and I'd definitely suggest it for a reader who was struggling engaging with those books but at that reading level.
This book breaks from the more predictable plots of the previous books and I was actually surprised by a few plot points in this story, which was enjoyable for me. Along those lines, the standard haunted mansion storyline was modernized in a good way.
My kids are enjoying this much more than magic treehouse and I'd definitely suggest it for a reader who was struggling engaging with those books but at that reading level.
December 7, 2017
I adore this series. It's a great way to introduce young readers to many different kinds of books.
Evan,Chloe and Ms. Crowley enter a monster movie book. Evan's character is slowly becoming a werewolf as they all race to find the cure.
The scene in the cemetary is a little spooky, but it sets up the ending so well.
As always, I adore the illustrations. So much fun!
Evan,Chloe and Ms. Crowley enter a monster movie book. Evan's character is slowly becoming a werewolf as they all race to find the cure.
The scene in the cemetary is a little spooky, but it sets up the ending so well.
As always, I adore the illustrations. So much fun!
May 18, 2020
My kid loves these books. They're good for like a 1st grade reading level I'd say but beyond that no. Also the "secret library" thing is being done every other day now it seems. Still if you're looking for something easy to get your kids interested in some fantasy you could definitely do worse than this series.
August 21, 2021
Love this series. The best one yet! The adventures are all a little different as they are inspired by the book the kids get sucked into.
Evan turns into a werewolf and Ms Crowley reveals a secret.
8 year old can easily read and enjoy. Good illustration.
Good series to explore styles of fiction.
Evan turns into a werewolf and Ms Crowley reveals a secret.
8 year old can easily read and enjoy. Good illustration.
Good series to explore styles of fiction.
May 15, 2017
Awesom
It was one of the best of the series, interesting and adventurous. It is really creative. I like that they always stick together. The creatures were interesting as well.
From my 8 and 10 year old
It was one of the best of the series, interesting and adventurous. It is really creative. I like that they always stick together. The creatures were interesting as well.
From my 8 and 10 year old
August 14, 2017
Quick, enjoyable, easy and engaging read to get mystery lovers into chapter books.
My 8 year old nephew is burning through these books. Characters are a realistic and funny pair and their dialogue is easy to follow.
My 8 year old nephew is burning through these books. Characters are a realistic and funny pair and their dialogue is easy to follow.
June 29, 2018
This is the third in the series and Will really wanted me to read it with him. I didn’t think this one was nearly as strong as the first, but I do still like the main characters and most of the writing style. There was a nice twist/reveal at the end of the book that he was very excited about!
August 5, 2021
This review was written by a 2nd grade boy:
I loved this book the most! I've only read 3 books from this series, but this one is my favorite book so far. I like that on every chapter it leaves suspense. I also like how the books never stay the same. That is why I give this book 5 stars.
I loved this book the most! I've only read 3 books from this series, but this one is my favorite book so far. I like that on every chapter it leaves suspense. I also like how the books never stay the same. That is why I give this book 5 stars.
December 15, 2017
I really liked the end when the ghosts helped everyone!
September 19, 2017
Dexter (8yo) read.
December 26, 2017
Reads great, and is full of adventure!
Never a dull moment with Evan and Cleo. This is a Great book for young readers to keep them interested in daily reading.
Never a dull moment with Evan and Cleo. This is a Great book for young readers to keep them interested in daily reading.
December 6, 2019
it was a great book!!!!!!
August 7, 2020
I always enjoy the key hunters. Creative, imaginative stories with clever kids. A good family read.
April 1, 2021
I like
July 17, 2021
Evan and Cleo was on the search of the librarian and werewolf bite Evan .Will they be able to find the cure?
December 1, 2022
Had to read this for school. I'm well beyond the target audience. I think younger readers would enjoy it. I'm glad I can be done here.
September 3, 2023
Read with my daughter. We both really enjoy this series.
November 20, 2024
Spooky! Werewolves, ghosts, mad scientists
January 26, 2017
I liked this 3rd book in a series that reminds me of the Magic Tree House series. I think the adventure was fun and exciting and love the fact that they are traveling from a Lost library, in books using keys. I think this would appeal to many students
September 25, 2016
A "darker" series for fans of Magic Tree House.
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