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School Library Journal
Reviewed on August 1, 2007
Gr 5-9 When 12-year-old George breaks a carved dragon's head at the Natural History Museum, he enters a dangerous parallel world where statues come alive. He soon discovers that gargoyles and other malicious "taints" are pursuing him in revenge. Fortunately, the boy also meets human statues, or "spits," who help him search for the mysterious stoneheart that can free him from the wrath of the taints. The result is an action-packed fantasy filled with battles, chases, and an intriguing variety of characters. The steadfast Gunner becom...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2007
In this tightly written adventure, George wakes the statues of London and starts a battle in which he may be the...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
