The Hound of Rowan by Henry H. Neff is another library find. I spotted the first volume on the shelves in our YA section and picked it up for a closer look at the art. Six pages into the story—I’m not kidding, it only took six pages—I bought the whole Tapestry series. I get pretty excited when I find a book that doesn’t require my patience, only my attention. I’ll keep you posted as I work my way through this five-book series.

Fun Detail: That gorgeous art that had me wanting a closer look?...