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From Publishers Weekly

Anthony Monday, 14, and Miss Eells, 68, team up again and try to foil the evil plans of Anders Borkman, who plots a way to put the earth into a new ice age and bring forth a pure human race. "This is lusty, fast, witty andintricate entertainment," PW wrote.
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When Anthony Monday stumbles upon a book that reveals a frightening plan to turn the world into an icy wasteland, he knows that he must find the person responsible and stop him before it is too late. Reprint. SLJ. " --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful and imaginative, Sep 17 2002

By	Amy A (Huntsville, AL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Dark Secret Of Weatherend An Anthony Monday Mystery (Paperback)

I read this and several other books by John Bellairs as a child and for some reason was thinking of them tonight. I was so excited to look here and see how many others there are that I didn't know about! Great reading and I can't wait to order the rest! This one is so good, as is the mummy, the will, and the crypt, the house with a clock in its walls, and the first one I read, the treasure of alpheas winterbourne

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5.0 out of 5 stars More than just a book for young readers, Feb 28 2000

By	Damon Denys (Salt Lake City, UT United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Dark Secret Of Weatherend An Anthony Monday Mystery (Paperback)

When I was in 7th grade, I read every John Bellairs book that the library had. His modern gothic tales of dark suspense were unlike any other stories to be found, and they captivated me entirely with their mystical charm. Some 14 or 15 years later, the memory of his stories remained so strong in my mind that I recently sought out and read "The Dark Secret of Weatherend" once again. And once again, I was taken under the spell of Bellairs' literary magic, enjoying it as much as I had so long ago.

Every one of his books is excellent. The writing, the intrigue, the dark mood he creates for the reader, are crafted with mastery. They are ideally suited for reading to children, especially since the hero is always a young boy or girl, and are entirely unique in the realm of children's literature. It is that very quality that makes them just as enjoyable for the mature reader. At such a low price, I highly reccommend anyone who enjoys reading to check them out. "Dark Secret" is a perfect place to start.

The only similar comparisons I can make to the stories of Bellairs are the poems and illustrations of Edward Gorey, the films of Tim Burton, and the music of Danny Elfman. If you like one, you'll probably like them all.

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5.0 out of 5 stars If you like Harry Potter...., Dec 3 1999

By	Marc Strickland (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Dark Secret Of Weatherend An Anthony Monday Mystery (Paperback)

then you'll LOVE books by John Bellairs! This man invented mysteries for young readers. Try it, and you won't be able to put it down. The characters are easily to identify with as they seem like ordinary kids, yet they have extraordinary adventures! Bellairs is funny, intelligent and entertaining in his writing. Read it to your kids as a bedtime story, and YOU'LL keep reading it to yourself long after they've nodded off.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Chills once again
It's a nice one that gives you that creeping feeling, and is interesting. Its thrilling ending is synomous with John Bellairs.

Published on Aug 11 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is great.
As always, a great book by Bellairs! Anthony discovers a plot to turn the world into an icy wasteland and must stop Anders Borkmans son, the person who is trying to do it.

Published on Jun 16 1999 by Micheal Anderson

5.0 out of 5 stars This book almost gave me nightmares----- just what i wanted!
i am a very large fan of John Bellairs, and I must state, this is him at his very best. This book entrigues you. You will never have a chance to put it down. Read more

Published on April 17 1999