Reckless by Cornelia Funke

I am so very behind on my book blogging but I feel like it's important to write at least something on all of my books, so the next few posts will be very brief.

I found this book, Reckless by Cornelia Funke, when I learned that my local Borders was closing and having huge sales on all their merchandise. By the time I got there all the good stuff was gone. There were, however, large quantities of this book still on the shelf marked 80% off. I can't resist such a fabulous bargain, especially when I know the author is reputable. (see the Inkheart Trilogy)

Reckless is a sort of bizarre story about a guy who discovers a magic world inside a mirror in his father's study. When his younger brother follows him and gets turned in to a Goyl (a man-like creature made of stone) by dark magic, Jacob is determined to make things right.

I can't say I particularly enjoyed the story. In the past I have enjoyed Funke's writing style and creative ideas, but Reckless was a little too weird for me. I was curious to find out what happened in the end, which is what kept me reading, but otherwise I didn't care too much about the characters. I'm glad I only paid $3 for this book.

1 out of 5 stars