Jax Freeman and the Graveyard Forest

The final installment in the Jax Freeman trilogy delivers an action-packed, heart-filled fantasy adventure for middle grade readers aged 10-14. Jax, a summoner who wields ancestral magic, must journey into the dangerous spirit realm to save his friend, confronting the powerful Wraith Queen who seeks to defeat him for good. The series richly integrates Black history and cultural heritage into its magical world, offering a unique blend of fantasy and identity exploration. Parents will appreciate the strong themes of friendship, community, bravery, and self-discovery, alongside the non-stop action and suspense. It's an immersive read that encourages discussions about heritage, belonging, and overcoming challenges.

Don't miss the epic conclusion to the Jax Freeman trilogy! From the award-winning author of the best-selling Tristan Strong trilogy comes a unique magic-school fantasy series packed with Black history, ghosts, friendship, non-stop action, and a lot of heart. In his first adventure in this series, seventh grader Jackson "Jax" Freeman learned that he's a summoner--someone who can call on the magical powers of his ancestors--and tries to clear his great-great grandfather's name of a tragedy he didn't cause. In his second adventure, Jax tests his newfound skills in a tournament against the most skilled summoners in the world while facing a mysterious foe and dangerous cryptids. In his final adventure, Jax sets out on a secret journey into the spirit realm to rescue his friend Two-Saint. But he unknowingly plays into the hands of the dreaded Wraith Queen who uses this event to escape the spirit world in an effort to defeat Jax for good. Follow Jax as he discovers what it truly means to form a community and that home is where you choose to plant roots.