Tom Thorneval is a cute little guy (but he is a grown up), determined to find his way to the festival to sell dreams and find the love of his life. Unfortunately his map was eaten by imps (if I remember correctly that's the creature he first encountered) and the forest is full of less than happy residents who are not so very helpful in helping him find his way. Adventure after adventure we travel through this forest meeting all sorts of fantasy creatures with an assortment of crazy and quirky personalities.

Because there is a bit of silliness in the fart/burp/throw up category it will get kids giggling (and possibly parents rolling their eyes) it brings the age range up just a bit, depending on what you wish to expose your kids to. Obviously this will depend as each child is different. I wouldn't hesitate to give it to my 5th grader. The book works good for boys and girls but I can imagine boys will have a great time with it because of the darker humor that girls would just say GROSS to.

I hope you enjoy this tale as much as me. This is story telling at its best, with flawed yet lovable characters and an exciting, fast paced plot, full of playful humor and sage wisdom. Join Thom Thorneval on his adventure and get ready to be enthralled and enlightened!