November 2009 (Page 2)

F.E. Higgins’ newest book for middle readers, The Eyeball Collector, takes us to another macabre setting in her stories from Urbs Umida.  It’s full of mystery, danger, blackmail, the grotesque, and of course, revenge.   Hector Fitzbauldy lives a rich and privileged life on the north side of the River Foedus in a Victorian-esqe Urbs Umida, but he is curious about the seedy, dangerous life on the South side of the river, far from the safety and wealth of his father’s comfortable home.  But after his father is blackmailed into losing his wealth, influence and even his life, the gritty life of a street urchin is Hector’s reality.  AsRead More →