One Sentence Review: Sure, it's the second in a series, but it's still one of the best dang fantasies I read this year, and worth reading for the humor alone.

A worthy follow-up to The Vengekeep Prophesies.

Jaxter and the rest of the Grimjinxes are back in this solidly satisfying sequel to The Vengekeep Prophecies. New characters are added - including the entertainingly unpoetic young warrior bard, Holm; and the history and social structure are added to the world building. My only grumble is that the climactic action is a bit of a damp squib as much of the action takes place off stage. Still, I'm in for the next book which is promised by the cliff hanger ending.

Cute series to read with a kid!

3.5 stars

I adore Jaxter and his family, and this doesn't disappoint.

I didn't think this was as strong as the first, but still excellent. It was more meandering

If you like books about thieves, secret societies, and nefarious plots, you will probably like this book. If you like books about secret societies of thieves getting caught up in nefarious plots (and don't object to children's books for some strange reason) you will definitely like this book. Read [b:The Vengekeep Prophecies|13623846|The Vengekeep Prophecies|Brian Farrey|https://d202m5krfqbpi5.cloudfront.net/books/1355871657s/13623846.jpg|19227594] though.