
Published by ScholasticsSeries: Serafina Series #1
Date Published: June 14th 2016
Pages: 320
Genres: Mystery, Middle Grade
Format: Paperback
Source: Purchased
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"Never go into the deep parts of the forest, for there are many dangers there, and they will ensnare your soul."
Serafina has never had a reason to disobey her pa and venture beyond the grounds of Biltmore Estate.There's plenty to explore in her grand home, although she must take care to never be seen. None of the rich folk upstairs know that Serafina exists; she and her pa, the estate's maintenance man, have secretly lived in the basement for as long as Serafina can remember.
But when children at the estate start disappearing, only Serafina knows who the culprit is:a terrifying man in a black cloak who stalks Biltmore's corridors at night. Following her own harrowing escape, Serafina risks everything by joining forces with Braeden Vanderbilt, the young nephew of Biltmore's owners. Braeden and Serafina must uncover the Man in the Black Cloak's true identity before all of the children vanish one by one.
Serafina's hunt leads her into the very forest that she has been taught to fear. There she discovers a forgotten legacy of magic, one that is bound to her own identity. In order to save the children of Biltmore, Serafina must seek the answers that will unlock the puzzle of her past.
I will confess that it’s been quite some time since I read a middle grade/young adult book, but perusing my children’s family night book fair, I came across this book. I read the back of it and noticed one thing. Biltmore. Living in North Carolina, a few hours away from the Biltmore, I thought it would be the perfect dive back into the wonderful world of innocence and fun. I wasn’t wrong!
Serafina and The Black Cloak is a wonderful start to Mr. Beatty’s Serafina series. I read this in two sittings and loved every minute of this read! Serafina’s character is wonderful and I loved following her along the halls of the Biltmore Estate. The story is filled with just the right amount of kid-friendly mystery and is perfect for those curious minds that love to seek out clues and solve the puzzle.
Serafina’s search for answers on the disappearances within the walls of the magnificently built estate, and the lovely story line, Mr. Beatty has just become my favorite author for books like this. I am already looking forward to reading book 2, Serafina and the Twisted Staff. If it’s anything like this book, it will be just as captivating and filled with tremendous doses of 5 star worthy moments! Fantastically done, Mr. Beatty. Fantastically done.
So glad you enjoyed this book! I also don’t read middle-grade books very often anymore, but this one was so fun and adorable 😀 Wonderful review 🙂
Brittany @ Brittany’s Book Rambles
Thank you! I am excited to get my hands on the second copy….it’s all ordered via the Scholastics Book Fair at my child’s school but they ran out. So it’s paid for just gotta get it in! This is one series I can read again and again, I’m certain.
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This sounds like a really good book. I have some coworkers that have miidle grade kids. I will suggest the book to them.
It was really good. I think they will like it!
This looks like one I could enjoy. Thank you for sharing about it.
Sounds interesting one I could maybe read with my elementary age kiddo.
I like a little mystery, but I could deal without the magical element. Overall, it seems like it would be a good read. What also drew me is I happen to know someone with the name Serafina.