My son and I fell in love with North! Or Be Eaten! It is such a great fantasy adventure novel that leave no room for boredom! We can't wait for the next book in this saga! We recommend.

Name: North! Or Be Eaten
Author: Andrew Peterson
Genre: Children Fiction, Fantasy, Sci-fi
Age: +6
Review:
Sequel of On The Edge of The Dark Sea of Darkness.
The cover is full of illustrations, which makes it eye catching for the readers.
First they found themselves on the edge of the dark sea of Darkness, but now they are forced to the North or be eaten.
Three siblings, Janner Igiby, Tink and Leeli were supposed to be ordinary children with a normal past. But the truth is uncovered now, they are the Lost Jewels of Anniera, heirs to a legendary kingdom across the sea, and suddenly everyone wants to kill them.
The story follows from the end of the first book, where the three children, Janner Igiby, Tink and their crippled sister Leeli have to flee to the Ice Prairies in order to survive against the lizardlike monster, Fangs of Dangs.
Master storyteller, Andrew Peterson returns with his quirky writing style and homour. The story is thrilling and enchanting for the readers and it feels like this book devours the reader's attention with absolutely amazing story and wonderful illustrations throughout the pages of the book.

North! Or Be Eaten is not only an adventure story with heart, travail, victory and perseverance, it tells the story of growing from immaturity to maturity by learning that sacrifice and giving are far more fulfilling than selfishness and self-protection. As the Wingfeather children continue fleeing from their pursuers, through defeat and victory, mistakes and forgiveness, they come closer to realizing their true selves and who really holds their destinies. Andrew Peterson grows in his storytelling with each volume in this fabulous Saga. Praise be to the Maker!

This whole series is probably going to be golden. I have no idea how I'd never heard of it before. It's definitely up there with the Hobbit and The Chronicles of Narnia. I'd recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good story full of bravery and fantastical adventure. The characters mean something, the story is grand, and the environment is unprecedented. I can't wait to continue reading more!

Andrew Peterson has penned another great story! The magical journey continues as the Igiby family presses northward to escape the Fangs and meet up with others who want to be rid of the Fangs. The journey is filled with many dangerous trials for these sojourners and leads the reader on an adventurous ride through hollows, abandoned ghostly mansions, rockroach invested valleys, and dark forests filled with toothy cows. The creatures are quite the combination of animals with suitable silly names. The added illustrations were delightful, and I'm sure kids and adults alike will enjoy them. The Igiby children are each learning and growing in different ways throughout the story. I appreciated the struggle the characters went through and the lessons that were learned with regard to jealousy, bitterness, secrets and shame.
This story beautifully pulls in the reader and captures their attention page after page. I can't wait to read the next book! If your tween is looking for a series that will take them on a fun adventure, then pick up these new hardback books of Andrew Peterson's Wingfeather Saga! I will also say that these books are enjoyable for adults too, so don't be afraid to pick them up for yourself!

I thought the follow up to this series was one of those few sophomore books that trumped the first one. You find out more on the characters and to me the writing was stronger. Kids will love it!

The Igilby children are well on their way to the safety of the Ice Prairies but of course their adventures along the way take many twists and turns. There were moments when I laughed out loud and enjoyed the humour - Nurgabog’s name matches her description and she doesn’t deny that she is as “ugly as a dittoed” but has never lost her romantic streak. Meanwhile Tink meets Maraly, a girl Strander who is as tough as nails and covered in dirt - but proves to be a trustworthy friend. Sara’s blue eyes haunt Janner and we wonder if they will meet again after she helps him to escape a horrible prison. There were moments when and I had to turn the page to see what happened next and other times when my whole body felt the relief of a rescue at the last moment.
And then there was the box. This piece of writing was moving and I resonated with the aloneness that Janner felt as he was entombed in darkness - the sort that comes from feeling completely helpless, overwhelmingly lonely - and in this case it was real as well. I was reminded of a similar line in one of the author’s song lyrics when I read… “And the Maker’s answer was a hollow silence.” I come to this book as an adult - but I appreciate the inclusion of sadness in a children’s book. Janner is learning how to be a grown up, how to navigate adventures and his own emotions. It seems fitting that the sadness is not glossed over.

This second book in the Wingfeather Saga is better than the first and I eagerly anticipate reading the third!

I requested and receive an e-ARC of this book from NetGalley and WaterBrook & Multnomah publishers in exchange for my honest review.

I loved this book! I cannot wait to read books 3 and 4 because I need to know what happens to the Igiby family.

I thought the Ice Prairies were awesome and the creatures that the author has created are fantastic!

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The adventure with the Igiby children continues in "North! or Be Eaten." This is a wonderful second installment in the Wingfeather Saga. The story teaches of love, loyalty, courage, perseverance, honesty, and faithfulness. This is a book that the whole family will be challenged by and will enjoy!

Book 2 of the Wingfeather Saga takes off right where Book 1 ends, and I do mean takes off. It is a rocket ride of adventure and tension and excitement, and worthy of binge reading.

The Igiby children know now that they are really the Wingfeather children, the jewels of Anniera. Janner, the Throne Warden. Tink, the High King. Leeli, the Song Maiden. And Nia is Queen. That brings burdens that each of them must shoulder. Janner is a wonderfully drawn teenager. He loves his headstrong, willful brother, but loses patience with the jams he has to pull Tink out of. After all, his role as Throne Warden is to protect the King. Tink struggles with the position he finds thrust upon him. He has never known his father, and he has no one to teach him how to manage the responsibilities of kingship. Never mind that he currently has no kingdom to be responsible for, Tink is constantly reminded that he is the king and must act accordingly.

In the course of trying to make their way to the Ice Prairies, Janner and Tink are separated, first from the family, and then from each other. Can Janner find Tink? Has Tink made an irredeemable choice? Will either (or both) of them find their family? What awaits them in the Ice Prairies? The story answers these questions in epic fashion, and we also get some insight into Podo's past.

I love these books. There is good and evil, and battle between the two. There is doubt, and resolution into faith. There is love and family and so much more. I've seen some reviews that describe these books as intense, and they are. But my 11-year-old is loving them, and so am I. They're great for reading aloud, or for reading to oneself.

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley (and boy, am I glad I did!). All opinions here are my own, and I don't say nice things about books I don't like.

In my experience, the second book in a series is almost always the worst one, but I am pleased to say that in the Wingfeather Saga that is not the case. Some of the issues with the first book, such as the excessive footnotes, were either minor or entirely gone in this one. As the darkness in Skree grew stronger, the light did as well, giving this book a lot more depth. Often the second book in a series is awkward, as the stakes must be raised without making the story seem exaggerated or forced. In North! Or be Eaten the stakes are certainly higher, but it is achieved without ridiculousness. A lot of the loose threads from the first book were resolved, from what happened to Peet to Podo’s mysterious past. But a lot of variables are added as well. The characters face many different obstacles and trials, putting their courage to the test. And sometimes they fail. They must deal with guilt and forgiveness, betrayal and justice. Mistakes are made, life-changing ones, and more questions are raised than answered. The story is deeper and broader than the first one in every way. And darker. Which leads to a problem.

On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness is very much a kids’ book. The characters are young, the Fangs are only sort of scary, and there is the odd bit of toilet humor. I would be fine with giving it to a nine-year-old. North! Or be Eaten is not a kids’ book. Children being locked in a lightless box for three days is not something I would want read to a nine-year-old. I don’t think I would give this one to someone younger than twelve. It reminds me a lot of the How to Train Your Dragon series by Cressida Cowell. My brother and I read all of the books as they came out, so that as we got older, the books dealt with more serious issues and became more advanced. The series grew with us, and it remains one of our favorites. The same thing is happening in the Wingfeather Saga. It would have been great to read each book as they came out, but finding the right age to read them all at once might be difficult.

One other issue I had was that the characters felt… whiny. Mostly Janner and Tink, but that was already two people too many. They had plenty of emotions, and that was great, and while the results were important to the plot they still felt like a couple of six-year-olds sometimes. Which might be adding to my confusion about the intended audience.

But the world-building was well developed, the plot picked up more, and the depth made it well worth reading. I continue to look forward to the rest of the series.

My daughter gobbled up both of these books, new editions with illustrations. She is so bummed she'll have to wait until September to complete her illustration series. Captivating plot line.

The saga continues! Peterson encourages his readers to return to the land of lizards, monsters, and enemies. Such great adventures for our characters. And yet it’s not all adventure. Siblings Janner, Tink, and Leeli must learn the importance of family, making this story a great analogy for your children.

As in Book 1, the footnotes add a lot to the story. A bit more serious than Book 1, the pace in this one was quicker, which many readers appreciate. I know I do. So if you and your children enjoy the fantasy genre then continue on with the Wingfeather Saga.

I received a complimentary copy of this book but was not required to leave a review.

This book. Ahhhhh. North! Or Be Eaten is the second in a series that is such an adventure for the whole family. Especially while we are in a phase of life that has us stuck at home, we read this one and On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness for a journey into a land of great adventure and excitement. Peterson writes with such conviction and beauty, but also grief and humor... It is a full range of connection for any reader. More than all of those, it is such an inspiring read; Peterson has crafted a book that makes you long for the end, an end that is full of joy and fulfillment. I am so thankful for these books and what they've meant to our family.

Thank you so much to Waterbrook Press and Netgalley for the free eARC of this excellent read.

These are such wonderful middle grade/young adult books! I cannot praise enough that if you have a younger reader getting into fantasy and worry about them stumbling upon something too heavy or dark to pick these up! They land lord of the rings feels, but with such a great story.

I am going to make this review really short. The book 'North! Or Be Eaten' is the second book of the Wingfeather Saga. This book is a good sequel but I personally felt that the first book was a bit better. The are loads of bad things happening in this book. By the time I finished this book, I was filled with mixed emotions- anger, happiness, sympathy, sadness etc. The illustrations and the world-building was wonderful. The character-development was also great as most of the characters mature as the story goes on. But this book, unlike the first one, was filled with adventures right from the start. Another thing that I personally liked in this book is the ending which is filled with hope.
Overall, this is a great saga, which would be loved by both adults and children, filled with adventure, fantasy, family drama etc. I am eagerly waiting to read the next book!
I thank NetGalley and WaterBrook & Multnomah for giving me this amazing opportunity to read and review this amazing saga.

This was a good sequel to the first book. Overall it didn't capture my attention very much though I'm sure others would disagree. I can see why people really love it but it just wasn't for me.

I've been in love with the Wingfeather Saga for a while now, and I was thrilled to discover the new editions! These books have beautiful new artwork sprinkled throughout the pages and an updated cover.
I rarely find a series of children's books that can make me cry. These books touch on themes much bigger than simple heroic quests, showing real darkness overcome by light and goodness in the end. The Wingfeather Saga starts off a bit slow in On The Edge Of The Dark Sea Of Darkness, picks up the pace in North! Or Be Eaten, and then comes to a crashing climax in The Monster In The Hollow and The Warden and The Wolf King.
I would highly recommend the Wingfeather Saga.

Have you ever showed up late for a party? I know that sometimes it can be awkward like you missed the cake and people are already starting to wander their way to the door. But sometimes, you get welcomed in and it's like the party has been waiting for you to just get itself going. I was late to the Wingfeather Saga from Andrew Peterson, but it feels like the party has been waiting for me and for you to show up! And they've put on new party clothes to mark the occasion.

The Wingfeather Saga is the story of three young children that are heirs to the throne of the country Anniera that has been ransacked by an evil ruler who is determined to capture them as well. We meet Janner, Tink and Leeli in the first book of the series On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness, where they are just a small family living in the countryside of Skree and the land of Anniera is a fairy tale at best. Gnag the Nameless has taken over this land and is using Fangs to search for the children. The children are discovered and unexpectedly find themselves fleeing for their lives. They are not alone, their mother, grandfather, crazy uncle, and the faithful family dog are there to help them navigate the way. The first book is in someways an introduction to the action of book two North! Or Be Eaten.

North! Or Be Eaten seamlessly picks up the story of book one without a lot of retelling to weigh the story down. It's just enough in all the right places to remind of the things you may have forgotten since you read book one and to allow a new reader to pick up the story independently without too much confusion. The story of North! is the family's journey to the Ice Prairies, where they will hopefully escape the Fangs and Gnag the Nameless.

The family encounters several adventures along the way. Janner and Tink get separated from the family. Janner's journey is the focus of the story, showing us the life of children in Skree and the culture of those that live in the countryside.

These two books are the first of the re-release as hardcovers with illustrations. Even in the kindle version, the illustrations make the story richer and vibrant. The fantasy is well told, with enough that's different from the every day but also not so far fetched that the reader can't connect with the ideas. The stories aren't too scary for younger chapter book readers but adventurous enough that a parent reading along will keep their interest. I personally finished the second and sought out the third and fourth books so I could find out how the story ends.

If you're late to the party, come join us! This is a story that you and your children and children's children will enjoy for years to come.


Copies of books one and two were given to me by Waterbrook Multnomah for the purpose of review. I'm not required to write positive reviews but I'm always thankful when I can!

The illustrations for this new edition are absolutely gorgeous and perfectly compliment the characters and story world. It was like I was jumping straight into the scenes with the characters and could see and feel what they were experiencing. The characters were deep and layered, the plot was intense, and the world drew me in. The appendices and historical notes added some amusing anecdotes and were much less distracting than they were in book one. This series is perfect for the middle-grade reader with an interest in fantasy and adventure.