Product Description
Title: Janitors, Book 3: Curse of the Broomstaff
Author: Tyler Whitesides
Page Count: 343 (quick, fun, easy read)
Genre: Mid-Grade Fantasy
ISBN-10: 1609076052
FTC, FYI: I received a review copy in exchange for an honest review.
Book Description:
Janitors, Book 3: Curse of the Broomstaff
A
secret society of Janitors with wizard-like powers continue their
battle, and now, the stakes are even higher. The Bureau of Educational
Maintenance is after Alan Zumbro and this time they mean business,
deadly business. Spencer, Daisy,
and their little team of rebels must find the source of all magical
Glop and destroy it before it can destroy the world as we know it. No
small task with the BEM and their monster toxites at their heels. It s a
wild and dangerous ride as they follow the trail
of clues all the way to the hiding place of the mysterious aurans:
guardians of a secret landfill. What they discover there will change the
way Spencer sees himself, not to mention the fate of the rebels.
If you haven't read the first two books in the Janitors series, here is a short synopsis of them.
Janitors, Book 1
No
one takes Spencer Zumbro seriously when he tried to warn his classmates
about the mysterious things prowling the halls and classrooms of
Welcher Elementary School. But when he sees Marv, the janitor, going
after one of the creatures
with a vacuum, he knows he's not the only one who can see them.
With the help of his new friends, Daisy, Spencer has to find out what the janitors know. The children's search uncovers the magic taking place behind the scenes of their seemingly ordinary school, where a battle is being waged for the minds of the students. Who can be trusted – and can Spencer and Daisy protect their school and possibly the world?
Janitors, Book 2: Secrets of New Forest Academy
No one takes Spencer Zumbro seriously when he tries to warn his classmates about the mysterious things prowling the halls and classrooms of Welcher Elementary School. But when he sees Marv, the janitor, going after one of the creatures with a vacuum, he knows he's not the only one who can see them. With the help of his new friend, Daisy, Spencer has to find out what the janitors know. The children's search uncovers the magic taking place behind the scenes of their seemingly ordinary school, where a battle is being waged for the minds of the students. Who can be trusted – and can Spencer and Daisy protect their school and possibly the world?
My Review:
Janitors has become one of my favorite Middle Grade series. As a teacher, I'm often asked by students and parents what books/series I recommend they read. Janitors is one that I highly recommend and often do.
There is so much to love about this third book. ( I also strongly advise you read the first two books in the series because it will make your read so much more enjoyable.) The main characters, sixth-graders Spencer and Daisy, have grown into their roles as true heroes and rebel fighters. They prove over and over again how much they have learned, and save the day quite often in this book. They are awesome using their magical weapons/tools: flying brooms, Glopified mops,and plungers. The action escalates in book three and is as messy as ever. (This is in reference to the world's greatest school cafeteria food fight!)
What is truly funny is the message from the author at the beginning of the book.
"Dear Reader,
Here it is: the third installment in the JANITORS series. And I must admit, this is definitely the trashiest book I've ever written. No, literally. This book is full of garbage.
This time, our young heroes must venture deep into an enchanted landfill. They will battle heaps of living garbage and hike through distorted trashscapes as they discover a mysterious group of kids living among the refuse, harboring a centuries-old secret that could save the future of education. As you can see, I take garbage very seriously."
It is so true! Poor Spencer who hates germs and getting dirty has his hands full. I loved all of the new characters and creatures that were introduced. Taylor really hiked up the intensity of the action and suspense. It was also a plus to see more interaction between Spencer and his father Alan. I think they both learned a lot in this adventure about themselves and each other.
As with the other books, the ending leaves you wanting more with Spencer's new title and mission. What is that title and new mission? I'm not saying anything, except that you need to read Janitors Book 3: Curse of the Broomstaff to find the answer. With engaging and bright characters, beefed-up energy and action, and written especially for elementary age kids, (Even though teens and Adults will love the books too!) the Janitors series needs to be put on your children's to-read list today. Speaking of....
The digital books are on sale – yes, the ebooks! Shadow Mountain has Amazon.com specials running throughout September with the Janitors series.
Book One $0.99
Book Two $1.99
Book Three $7.99
Meet the Author: Tyler Whitesides
Tyler Whitesides worked as a janitor at an elementary school to put
himself through college. He graduated from Utah State University with a
degree in music. In addition to writing novels, Tyler is an avid
composer and arranger of instrumental
music. He and his wife, Connie, who teaches third grade, live in
northern Utah. Find out more about Tyler and his books here at http://www.tylerwhitesides.com
Tyler talks here about where he got his idea for the books.
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