The Fowl Twins

This action-packed fantasy novel introduces the younger Fowl twins, Myles and Beckett, as they navigate their first major magical adventure. Left alone, they quickly encounter and befriend a troll, leading them into a high-stakes chase involving a host of magical and human adversaries. The story is filled with peril, clever problem-solving, and a strong emphasis on the unique bond between the twins, blending science and magic. Parents should be aware of frequent dangerous situations, including temporary 'death' by magical means, though it's handled in a fantastical, non-graphic way suitable for the age range. It's a great choice for children aged 7-11 who enjoy fast-paced fantasy and adventure with a touch of humor.

One week after their eleventh birthday, the Fowl twins--scientist Myles, and Beckett, the force of nature--are left in the care of house security (NANNI) for a single night. In that time they befriend a troll who has clawed his way through the earth's crust to the surface. Unfortunately for the troll, he is being chased by a nefarious nobleman and an interrogating nun, who both need the magical creature for their own gain, as well as a fairy-in-training who has been assigned to protect him. The boys and their new troll best friend escape and go on the run. Along the way they get shot at, kidnapped, buried, arrested, threatened, killed (temporarily), and discover that the strongest bond in the world is not the one forged by covalent electrons in adjacent atoms, but the one that exists between a pair of twins.