The Kneebone Boy

Quirky, mysterious, a little Gothic and fun. Max, 10 year old genius, Otto an older brother who never takes off his scarf and refuses to speak out loud, but instead uses an invented sign language that only his sister Lucia really understand. One of these children is the author of this book but is forced to stay anonymous by his/her siblings because it is their story. I'd say this is best for children and adults who'd like a slightly cheerier Lemony Snicket. I'd recommend it for those who don't mind a little peril inflicted upon the child characters but SPOILER ALERT things turn out okay in the end.