Aunt Tabby was standing at the bottom of the rope ladder in the corri- dor below. They are looking for a present and stumble upon a sword that they think will make a great birthday present. Araminta cracks me up. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. The Gryphon Chronicles: Books 1-2 (The Gryphon Chronicles Collections Book 1), Time Square : The Shift: Time Travel With a Twist. EN. Once again, I loved the tone of the story. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 23, 2015, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 7, 2015. by Katherine Tegen Books, The Sword in the Grotto (Araminta Spookie, #2). But she wasn't planning on the nasty surprise of a portcullis-trap and a rising tide in the grotto. This is absolutely fabulous and I personally love it. Araminta finds an ancient sword in a grotto hidden under her haunted house—and it should be a cinch to get it. They keep asking for more, and have been checking it out in our school library. Sir Horace is about to turn five hundred years old! Sir Horace is about to turn five hundred years old! Jump towards the treasure chest and open it to get another small key. Link's sword did little more than knock the Genie's pot over. We’d love your help. Araminta and Wanda discover a sword in a grotto. HAPPY BIRTHDAY It was fine back home, once the police had gone. Edmund, Sir Horace's faithful page comes to their rescue and escorts them out of the grotto while also telling the story of how he and Sir Horace were killed. We were now sitting high up on the ledge inside the cave--the same ledge where we had stood that morning and looked down at the sword. Since Sir Horace is about to turn 500, Araminta and Wanda decide that the sword would be the perfect gift for him! When they are trapped in the grotto by the rising sea, it seems all hope will be lost...! But this book was very touching. much like the first book in the series, i felt like "the sword in the grotto" was aiming for a feeling/vibe that it just didn't accomplish. ( ) Arbieroo | Jul 17, 2020 | I was not disappointed by this book at all. Both have become friends with Araminta and Wanda one of the new residents of her home. Which turns into a dangerous and a little annoying trip into the secret tunnels under the house. The Sword In the Grotto - Chapter One - Free Novels Read. But she wasn't planning on the nasty surprise of a portcullis-trap and a rising tide in the grotto. Start by marking “The Sword in the Grotto (Araminta Spookie, #2)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. First of all I found two ghosts living here, and then the Wizzards turned up and decided to live here too. Well, another fun and fantastic story about our girl, Araminta. DEEP WATER I just knew it had to be good old Aunt Tabby. Besides that, my kids at school really liked the book and had some wonderful discussions about the story and had some great questions about characters and events presented in the story. Two broken legs, nothing to worry about. " The Sword in the Grotto (Araminta Spook #2) Sir Horace is about to turn five hundred years old Araminta and Wanda need to find him the perfect gift. It was Aunt Tabby who had been pulling the string, not some horrible mon- ster, and she was coming to rescue us. Unable to add item to List. This book seemed very cutesy- it had some nice plays on classic horror themes (their uncle being named Drac, hiding in a closet, and keeping bats for pets), but the storyline was resolved too quickly and easily. Please try again. When they find an old sword it's perfect but getting it proves more difficult than expected. Grades. She and Wanda want to cheer up their friend Sir Horace with a surprise 500 years birthday party. I found some of the silliness starting to wear a little thin compared to My Haunted House and felt a bit more could have happened in the story, but still enjoyed reading it as a parent. I've just asked Tiny what she thought of it but she's having a bit of a grump about having to get dressed at the moment and won't do more than nod to say she liked it. So when I had questions, I couldn't discern if their answers were revealed in other related books or if I just had to try ha. So get it!! Ugh! Araminta finds an ancient sword in a grotto hidden under her haunted house—and it should be a cinch to get it. So, three cheers for Angie Sage for writing a story that has a fun voice to it (and isn't written in a blah blah. Araminta and Wanda need to find him the perfect gift. Araminta and her supposed best friend Wanda want to throw a b-day party for their 500 year old ghost. Angie Sage (born 1952) is the author of the Septimus Heap series which includes Magyk, Flyte, Physik, Queste, Syren, Darke and Fyre. Now they only need to fetch it from the grotto, which seems easy as pie. I am a big fan of Angie Sage, and have loved her other works. The attraction is based in the 1963 Disney film The Sword in the Stone.. Summary. Britannica All New Kids' Encyclopedia: What We Know & What We Don't. Taken from 1991 VHS of "The Sword in the Stone" (Ink Label Copy) St. Galgano’s feast is celebrated on December 3. Besides that, my kids at school really liked the book and had some wonderful discussions about the story and had some great questions about characters and events presented in the story. Publication date 2014 Topics Spookie, Araminta (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction, Haunted houses -- Juvenile fiction, Haunted houses, Spookie, Araminta (Fictitious character) Publisher London : Bloomsbury Collection Open the treasure chest that appears to get the Compass. The Sword in the Grotto (Araminta Spookie 2). Though it was a quick read it was also a really cute story. Refresh and try again. But she wasn't planning on the nasty surprise of a portcullis-trap and a rising tide in the grotto. I like how silly and weird and funny the stories are and I’m glad we found this series. The Sword in the Grotto (Araminta Spook #2) Sir Horace is about to turn five hundred years old Araminta and Wanda need to find him the perfect gift. Includes initial monthly payment and selected options. I would recommend this book completely. I have been reading this story to children that range from 9 to 11 years of age for the past few years. has been added to your Cart. Since Sir Horace is about to turn 500, Araminta and Wanda decide that the sword would be the perfect gift for him! She turned the doorknob. Araminta and Wanda need to find him the perfect gift. Will Araminta and Wanda make it to Sir Horace's birthday p. Sir Horace is about to turn five hundred years old! But she wasn't planning on the nasty surprise of a portcullis-trap and a rising tide in the grotto. This is hilarious book but before you read this I would recommend reading the first book. Pretty good. Get ready for more adventures with Araminta, the star of a delightfully "spookie" chapter book series from Angie Sage, author of the New York Times bestselling Septimus Heap series! Meet Arminta Spook who lives with her Uncle Drac, Aunt tabby and Wanda and her family in a haunted house. She makes you feel like your right there, as its taking place. And I know I havent read book 3. The Sword in the Grotto (... I told her that it was no good jumping up and down and yelling; we had to try and get out. But she wasn't planning on the nasty surprise of a portcullis-trap and a rising tide in the grotto. Well done! I was not disappointed by this book at all. Sir Horace is about to turn five hundred years old! So when I had questions, I couldn't discern if their answers were revealed in other related books or if I just had to try harder to read between the lines. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Araminta Spookie 2: The Sword in the Grotto. My Haunted House (Araminta Spookie No. Wanda and Araminta are exploring the hidden tunnels in Spookie House when they stumble upon a small grotto containing a super old sword. Araminta finds an ancient sword in a grotto hidden under her haunted house—and it should be a cinch to get it. Really cool story. ****, Well, another fun and fantastic story about our girl, Araminta. Some of these items ship sooner than the others. I have been reading this story to children that range from 9 to 11 years of age for the past few years. Araminta finds an ancient sword in a grotto hidden under her haunted house—and it should be a cinch to get it. They keep asking for more, and have been checking it out in our school library. But she wasn't planning on the nasty surprise of a portcullis-trap and a rising tide in the grotto. She makes me laugh out loud. But she wasn't planning on the nasty surprise of a portcullis-trap and a rising tide in the grotto. She loves the sea, spooky old houses, and time traveling (the easy way, by reading history books). Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. The Sword in the Grotto is perhaps not quite as good as its predecessor but is still a heap of fun (not bat poo). "Araminta walked down the hall. Title: The Sword in the Grotto Title Record # 182827 Author: Angie Sage Date: 2006-00-00 Variant Title of: The Great Mushroom Mix-up (1994) [may list more publications, awards, reviews, votes and covers] Type: NOVEL [juvenile] Series: Araminta Spook / Araminta Spookie Series Number: 2 Language: English User Rating: This title has no votes.VOTE Current Tags: juvenile fantasy (1) Shipping cost, delivery date, and order total (including tax) shown at checkout. "Aunt Tabby, Aunt Tabby!" It can easily be reached from Riverwood by walking across the White River to the northwest, past Anise's Cabin and through Brittleshin Pass, then heading due west. This book seemed very cutesy- it had some nice plays on classic horror themes (their uncle being named Drac, hiding in a closet, and keeping bats for pets), but the storyline was resolved too quickly and easily. It is a small area surrounded by short cliffs that consists of a Shrine of Talos and a circular pathway that wraps around the back of the cave to the entrance. Fun to read. Sir Horace is about to turn five hundred years old Araminta and Wanda need to find him the perfect gift. 640px But Link, brimming with strength from the Power Bracelet, hoisted the pot--Genie and all--into the air and tossed it at the wall. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 1, 2015. (Prices may vary for AK and HI.). It develops the characters more from the first book and is short and fast-paced. To get him the best present, ever they end up in a little bit of trouble. The Sword In the Grotto Chapter Twelve . Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 14, 2014. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Spookie House, which is where I live with my aunt Tabitha and my uncle Drac, has recently gotten pretty crowded. Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2019. But of course the cave was still full of water. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Araminta finds an ancient sword in a grotto hidden under her haunted house and it should be a cinch to get it. Araminta and Wanda need to find him the perfect gift. This book is the second in this early-chapter-books series we just discovered by. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. (Leila and Nugget Mystery) (Volume 1), The Timepiece: Book 1 of The Traveler's League, Walker Wildcats Year 1 (The Extraordinarily Ordinary Life of Cassandra Jones), Dreamland: Part 1: The Fabric of Dreams (The Dreamland Trilogy), The Kingdom of Christmas: The Guardian of the Mountains. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. 2009. It develops the characters more from the first book and is short and fast-paced. I am very happy with this. The Sword in the Grotto (Araminta Spook #2) Sir Horace is about to turn five hundred years old Araminta and Wanda need to find him the perfect gift. Book two in the successful kids' series by Angie Sage makes me wish Araminta had been around when I was a kid; her adventurous, bossy personality, mixed with that of her mousy but spunky-when-she-needs-to-be best friend Wanda meshes perfectly, and here gets both girls into trouble when Araminta is determined to get Sir Horace - one of two ghosts in the house, the one who inhabits an old suit of armor - a gift for his upcoming 500th birthday. I just love this writer. And some details seemed confusing, I couldn't tell if this was part of a chronological series or not. Like the first book (My Haunted House), which I've already reviewed, I read this to our 4yo over bedtimes - it's good fun and is very very silly. SHIRLEY. And some details seemed confusing, I couldn't tell if this was part of a chronological series or not. We... Sir Horace is about to turn five hundred years old! The Sword in the Grotto is a fun story that holds the attention of children. Please try again. Will Araminta and Wanda make it to Sir Horace's birthday party? Though it was a quick read it was also a really cute story. My haunted house. #2 Araminta Spooky series - Children's Book. Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2015, Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2009, THe kids really enjoyed this series. The Sword In the Grotto Chapter Thirteen . We work hard to protect your security and privacy. I really enjoy Araminta as the storyteller and love her tone of voice she tells the story in. The sword in the grotto by Sage, Angie, author. I loved it could not stop! A gust of air flew past Araminta's face as she opened the door." Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Araminta finds an ancient sword in a grotto hidden under her haunted house -- and it should be a cinch to get it. Full of chaos thro. But she wasn't planning on the nasty surprise of a portcullis-trap and a rising tide in the grotto. Hope you enjoy it! Welcome back. Previous page of related Sponsored Products, Katherine Tegen Books; Illustrated edition (August 26, 2008). 3-5 R. Genre. Blacktooth's Treasure Chest: A Fantasy Adventure Chapter Book for All Ages (The Adv... Terry Treetop and the lost egg: the lost egg (Bedtime story), The Gryphon Chronicles: Books 1-5 (Plus Bonus Christmas Novella), “Fun escapism for readers who like their spooky without the scary.” -- School Library Journal. No_Favorite. Araminta finds an ancient sword in a grotto hidden under her haunted house—and it should be a cinch to get it. Sir Horace is about to turn five hundred years old! Without putting my finger on it, there is just something charming about the girls, Aunt Tabby, Uncle Drac, and the wacky mansion they all live in, combined with Araminta's thirst for adventure, that make these "kids" books as much fun for adults to read, as well. The Sword In the Grotto Chapter Two THUD Sir Horace will soon come out of wher- ever he's hiding when he hears he's hav- ing a surprise party, " I told Wanda. If you're a fan of the mystery and thriller genre and young adult books, recent months have brought a bevy of great reads to your shelves! Sword in the Stone is an attraction at several Disney parks. The other is Edmund. I am a big fan of Angie Sage, and have loved her other works. Sir Horace is about to turn five hundred years old! Araminta finds an ancient sword in a grotto hidden under her haunted house, and it should be a cinch to get it.