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Tony Abbott (Author), Antonio Javier Caparo (Illustrator)
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Publication Date: April 1 2012 | Series: Underworlds (Quality) (Book 1)
An action-packed, mythological chapter book series from Tony Abbott!

There's something lurking under Owen's school...

Owen Brown is your average fourth grader. Or he was, until his best friend, Dana, disappeared. Right in front of his face. Through the floor of the school.

Owen's average life has turned upside down.

He's determined to find Dana—before anyone realizes she's missing. Owen sets out on a mysterious, mythological rescue mission with his friends Jon and Sydney. But what none of them know is that Dana's disappearance is part of a much larger riddle.

And they're at the center of it.

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Praise for The Secrets of Droon

"This series will serve as a stepping stone for young fantasy fans who...aren't yet ready for Harry Potter or The Chronicles of Narnia." — School Library Journal

Praise for The Haunting of Derek Stone

"It is a quirky adventure complete with humor and a touch of dark wonder." — Children's Literature

About the Author

Tony Abbott is the author of more than sixty books for young readers, including The Secrets of Droon series; a middle-grade novel, Kringle; and The Haunting of Derek Stone series. He was the recipient of the 2006 Golden Kite Award, as well as the 2009 Edgar Award. Tony was born in Ohio, and now lives with his wife and two daughters in Trumbull, Connecticut.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome beginning April 9 2012
By Steven R. McEvoy HALL OF FAME TOP 50 REVIEWER
Format:Paperback
This is the second series I have read by Tony Abbott. The first, The Haunting of Derek Stone, was amazing. I loved it, so when this new series was starting I had to read it. I was not disappointed. Tony Abbot has come up with yet another great concept and is bringing it to life for readers both young and young at heart. With a mix of Greek, Norse, Egyptian and Babylonian mythologies, a group of fourth graders, and the whole world at stake, what could go wrong?

Owen Brown is in the fourth grade. One morning at school he sees the floor open up and swallow his best friend Dana Runson. This event is also witnessed by Sydney Lambertti, the new shop teacher's daughter. And the final member of our group of youngsters is Dana's and Owen's friend, Jon Doyle. After Dana's disappearance, Owen and the other two must figure out what is going on. They soon have encounters with a fire-breathing giant wolf, the lyre of Orpheus, and the three Valkyries. And that is just the beginning of the story.

This first book in a new series was a delight to read. It has a fast pace, interesting characters and a wonderful plot. I cannot wait to see how the series progresses. I can highly recommend this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome beginning April 9 2012
By Steven R. McEvoy - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback
This is the second series I have read by Tony Abbott. The first, The Haunting of Derek Stone, was amazing. I loved it, so when this new series was starting I had to read it. I was not disappointed. Tony Abbot has come up with yet another great concept and is bringing it to life for readers both young and young at heart. With a mix of Greek, Norse, Egyptian and Babylonian mythologies, a group of fourth graders, and the whole world at stake, what could go wrong?

Owen Brown is in the fourth grade. One morning at school he sees the floor open up and swallow his best friend Dana Runson. This event is also witnessed by Sydney Lambertti, the new shop teacher's daughter. And the final member of our group of youngsters is Dana's and Owen's friend, Jon Doyle. After Dana's disappearance, Owen and the other two must figure out what is going on. They soon have encounters with a fire-breathing giant wolf, the lyre of Orpheus, and the three Valkyries. And that is just the beginning of the story.

This first book in a new series was a delight to read. It has a fast pace, interesting characters and a wonderful plot. I cannot wait to see how the series progresses. I can highly recommend this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love, Love, Love Tony Abbott Mar 30 2012
By Pam T - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Tony Abbott writes books that are popular with the 8 to 12 year old range. His series are just so engaging and well written that even I enjoy reading and reviewing them.

THE BATTLE BEGINS is the first book in a series that has a Percy Jackson-Light meets The Diary of a Wimpy Kid feeling. There are mythical creatures and gods and some funny moments like when the lunch ladies turn into Valkyries.

Highly recommend this one. It's guy-friendly and a good choice for reluctant readers.

Pam T~
mom/kidlit blogger
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4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read May 18 2012
By suntraveler - Published on Amazon.com
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My 10 year old grandson read this book for a book report. I read all the books he has to read. I thought this was an unusual book talking about Hades and the Underworld but it didn't seem to phase a 10 year old. I would not have liked to have been assigned this book when I was ten, but since the kids today are into Harry Potter, etc., I'm guessing this type of story is not unusual to them. The story itself about friends rescuing a friend was a good read.
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