Alistair Grim's Odditorium (Odditorium #1)
Synopsis From Goodreads:
This cinematic,
action-packed middle grade fantasy adventure set in Victorian London
brims with fresh magic and has the cozy feeling of a classic.
Grubb, age twelve (or thereabouts), has never known anything beyond his miserable existence as a chimney sweep, paid only in insults and abuse by his cruel master.
All of that changes the day he stows away in the coach belonging to a mysterious guest at the inn that he is tasked with cleaning. Grubb emerges from Alistair Grim's trunk and into the wondrous world of the Odditorium. Fueled by a glowing blue energy that Grubb can only begin to understand, the Odditorium is home to countless enchanted objects and an eccentric crew that embraces Grubb as one of their own.
There's no time for Grubb to settle into his new role as apprentice to the strange, secretive Mr. Grim. When the Odditorium comes under attack, Grubb is whisked off on a perilous adventure. Only he can prevent the Odditorium's magic from falling into evil hands-and his new family from suffering a terrible fate.
Grubb knows he's no hero. He's just a chimney sweep. But armed with only his courage and wits, Grubb will confront the life-or-death battle he alone is destined to fight.
Grubb, age twelve (or thereabouts), has never known anything beyond his miserable existence as a chimney sweep, paid only in insults and abuse by his cruel master.
All of that changes the day he stows away in the coach belonging to a mysterious guest at the inn that he is tasked with cleaning. Grubb emerges from Alistair Grim's trunk and into the wondrous world of the Odditorium. Fueled by a glowing blue energy that Grubb can only begin to understand, the Odditorium is home to countless enchanted objects and an eccentric crew that embraces Grubb as one of their own.
There's no time for Grubb to settle into his new role as apprentice to the strange, secretive Mr. Grim. When the Odditorium comes under attack, Grubb is whisked off on a perilous adventure. Only he can prevent the Odditorium's magic from falling into evil hands-and his new family from suffering a terrible fate.
Grubb knows he's no hero. He's just a chimney sweep. But armed with only his courage and wits, Grubb will confront the life-or-death battle he alone is destined to fight.
Review:
Perhaps a little slow to start, Alistair Grim's Odditorioum was a wonderful escape from the monotony of
life. Perfect for middle grade readers the eccentricity is captivating
and Funaro completely pulls you into the story. It reads quickly and
leaves you wanting the next book in a series. What else could you ask
for?
Grubb is the perfect anti-hero and the book reads like an anthem for any one who never felt all that special and wished that they were more. (With some magic thrown in of course).
I really liked the fact that I think both boys and girls will enjoy reading this one. Sometimes books can be a bit to gender focusd, thinking that they have to meet their audience, when really a good book can be loved by all!
4/5 Stars
*I received a free copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.
You or the Young Adult in your life will probably enjoy Alistair Grim's Odditorioum if you or they enjoyed:
The Harry Potter Series 
The Septimus Heap Series 
The Magic Thief Series 
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