The Stonekeeper (Amulet #1) by Kazu Kibuishi

“After the tragic death of their father, Emily and Navin move with their mother to the home of her deceased great-grandfather, but the strange house proves to be dangerous. Before long, a sinister creature lures the kids' mom through a door in the basement. Em and Navin, desperate not to lose her, follow her into an underground world inhabited by demons, robots, and talking animals.”*

I couldn’t put this graphic novel down. It has a cinematic feel to the illustrations. The pages flow well and the art is appealing to the eye. There are currently 8 novels in the series. The story pulled me right in and I can’t wait to see how it will unfold.

For younger readers, the story does start off with a death, which is common in youth literature. There are also some creatures that are scary looking, but it’s worth reading. I’ve already read the second book and I’m on the third. It’s like binge watching, but with graphic novels.

I recommend you read this if you like graphic novels, stories that have youth overcoming hardships, and science fiction influences.


Meghan McCabe
Youth Services Librarian

Available at the Langley Adams Library *Goodreads.com