What a great addition to this double series, Fablehaven and Dragonwatch. Newel and Doren are super fun and love adventure. Brandon Mull always does such an amazing job at painting amazing imagery that it feels like you are right there with all the characters in their many adventures and this story is no different. My kids also highly approve!

I've been an avid reader of Brandon Mull's since probably 2007 or 2008 and I am just ecstatic that in 2025 we are still getting more books in the Fablehaven world. The Gorgon's Fury is the first book in a new series based on everyone's two favorite Fablehaven satyrs, Newel and Doren. I had a difficult time getting into the book because the first chapter gives a detailed play-by-play of clobber ball (basically tennis). I don't intimately know the game of tennis or the terminology that goes along with it so it was kind of a confusing read for me. But after that we get to enjoy the story from a wider angle and I absolutely loved it. Newel, Doren, Tess, and Knox travel through the Fairy Realm to the Okeechobee Overflow preserve and Murkwater to help solve the gorgon problem on their home preserve. The descriptions of their travels through southern Florida are rich and adventurous. I loved this one and eagerly away more tales of Newel and Doren!

Brandon Mull has done it again! Fans of Fablehaven young and old will enjoy this new adventure featuring our favorite satyrs of Fablehaven! I enjoyed every minute of this adventure. Brandon has such a talent for world building and incorporating life lessons into his stories. As always, you learn a little more about yourself along with the characters in his stories. I cannot wait to see what other adventures Brandon has for us!

Thank you NetGalley for the advanced copy of this book!

It feels so good to be back in the Fablehaven world. My daughter and I read the Fablehaven series together when she was little and it was wonderful being back with these characters again.
Brandon Mull wrote a great mystery and Newel and Doren did a great job of figuring out what was happening. I am very much looking forward to reading the rest of this series, once it has been written and released.

Step back into the world of Fablehaven with these two delightful satyr sidekicks! Two of my favorite side character cousins, Newel & Doren get a story all their own & I was definitely here for it. I loved the humor, friendship, & the growth these two undergo as they try to defeat a formidable foe & win the Satyr Games.

Newel & Doren hate to lose, but that’s what seems to be happening when a couple of upstarts steal their thunder at the Satyr Games. They even have new tech which Newel & Doren definitely need. But, while these two fun loving adolescents plot to win the prank war side of the games, they find themselves needing to step up & be the heroes when they find several friends turned to stone by a Gorgon. Will they be able to save their friends from this petrifying enemy before it’s too late?

I thoroughly enjoyed being plunged back into the Fablehaven world. My kids & I loved reading the Fablehaven series & Doren & Newel were some of our favorite comic relief characters. It was so fun seeing them grow & mature as they seek out a new adventure & become the heroes. Their humor & delightful way of problem solving pulled me right in & I enjoyed seeing their mostly slacker ways turned around.

There are some enchanting new characters added to this universe including salamanders, a listening doll, & swamp hags! I loved listening to each of these fabulous new additions via the audiobook. If you have a chance to listen, highly recommend! The narrator does a fantastic job bringing each of these characters to life. He made the story even more engaging with his fabulous voices.

Brandon Mull has a unique way of blending humor, adventure, & fun with profound messages of courage, strength, friendship, & not giving up. The Gorgon’s Fury has some fabulous themes & messages for middle graders & up.

Highly recommend this delightful new addition to the Fablehaven world & look forward to more adventures with these two lovable satyrs! I received an advanced complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions are completely my own & voluntarily provided.

Brandon Mull writes great stories, This was an easier read than summer of good other series. It was fun to get to know side kick characters from other book series. Interesting look at satyr's and their personalities.

My entire family squealed when we heard Newel and Doren were getting a book. The story opens with classic Newel and Doren antics in the Satyr games, but very quickly you see that these beloved characters have grown up a bit. They are a wonderful example of friendship and stepping up when you are needed. During their adventures in The Gorgon's Fury we laughed, we worried for our favorites, we were truly on the edge of our seats, wondering how things would work out - or if they would.

Brandon Mull is a master storyteller! He has truly developed an entire world of beloved characters and gives them opportunities to grow through their adventures. We loved this book, and can't wait for the sequel! As soon as we finished reading The Gorgon's Fury, my kids requested we buy the audiobook, so they could relisten right away.

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**A Hilarious and Thrilling Adventure with Everyone’s Favorite Satyrs**

Fans of Fablehaven are in for a treat with this exciting and laugh-out-loud adventure featuring the mischievous yet lovable satyrs, Newel and Doren. Fresh off their heroic role in ending the dragon rebellion, these two are grappling with the idea of growing up—and they’re not handling it well.

The author masterfully blends humor and heart as Newel and Doren embark on a quest to find the legendary Listening Doll, hoping it holds the key to reversing time and avoiding adulthood. Along the way, they face off against a new magical threat turning Fablehaven's inhabitants to stone and engage in an epic rivalry at the Satyr Games against challengers with an unexpected edge—a smartphone.

The dynamic between Newel and Doren is as entertaining as ever, with their witty banter and antics keeping readers grinning from start to finish. The quest for the Listening Doll adds an exciting element of danger and mystery, while the satyrs' obsession with modern technology brings a hilarious and relatable twist to this fantasy world.

With its clever humor, fast-paced adventure, and heartwarming moments, this book is a delightful addition to the Fablehaven universe. Readers will be rooting for Newel and Doren every step of the way—both to save their friends and to finally get their hands on that elusive smartphone. An absolute must-read for Fablehaven fans and lovers of lighthearted fantasy!

Honestly, not sure about it but I did enjoy at the same time. A nice little flavor of Fablehaven and a good way to see what happens afterwards for the characters.

4.5 Stars

As a family of die-hard Fablehaven fans, we were absolutely thrilled when we picked up The Gorgon's Fury by Brandon Mull, and it did not disappoint! Mull has once again created a world that blends adventure, humor, and heart in a way that only he can.

In The Gorgon's Fury, Newel and Doren, the lovable satyrs we’ve grown to adore, are grappling with their own existential crisis—no longer young, but not yet fully grown up. As they transition from adolescence into maturity, they face the unexpected: a new threat has emerged in Fablehaven. Some residents—fellow satyrs, no less—are mysteriously being turned into stone, and it’s up to Newel and Doren to figure out who or what is behind the petrification. Could it be a vengeful gorgon?

The pair soon sets off on a quest to find the legendary Listening Doll, a talisman capable of revealing cures for magical malaises. Hidden in the Florida swamplands, this artifact holds the promise of not just saving Fablehaven, but potentially giving Newel and Doren the one thing they most desire: the ability to reverse time and hold on to their youthful selves just a little bit longer. Along the way, there are plenty of twists, turns, and wild surprises that make this a fast-paced, high-energy read that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

What really sets this book apart, however, is Mull’s ability to combine whimsical fantasy with relatable personal struggles. Newel and Doren may be battling gorgons and other magical forces, but their internal conflicts—growing up, wanting to stay young, dealing with their own insecurities—are something readers of all ages can connect with. The stakes are high, but there’s still room for the fun, lighthearted moments that make this series so special. And who could forget their hilarious desire to get their hands on a smartphone? It’s such a fun contrast to the fantastical, magical world they’re in, and it adds an extra layer of humor to their adventure.

As expected, the adventure is filled with thrilling action, mysterious clues, and a fair share of danger. And, of course, we can’t forget the highly anticipated Satyr Games, where Newel and Doren battle not just for glory, but for their pride. With new challengers like Barrett and Hoff stepping up to dethrone them, the competition is fiercer than ever—and the stakes are higher than they imagined. (Who knew the Satyr Games would come with such unexpected plot twists?)

Our family thoroughly enjoyed the blend of magic, mystery, and good old-fashioned fun that The Gorgon's Fury brings to the table. Mull’s signature writing style shines once again, and fans of Fablehaven will feel right at home in this exciting new story. Whether you’re a longtime reader or just discovering the magic of Mull’s world, this book is a fantastic addition to the series and a must-read for anyone who loves adventure with a heart.

It’s an incredible continuation of the Fablehaven legacy, and we can’t wait to see where Mull takes us next!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
I loved going back to the Fablehaven world. It's one of my favorite middle grade series. I love Newel and Doren. They're so fun and quirky. I liked that we got to see some new places. This was a fun adventure and I recommend it for all Fablehaven fans.

Newel and Doreen weren’t my favorite characters in Fablehaven. I found them frivolous and sometimes annoying, so I approached a book with them as main characters with a bit of trepidation.
The opening chapters about the Satyr Games had me worried that I would find the book disappointing. Instead, it turned out amazing. Newel and Doreen step up with help from bargaining but still, they step up. They are good heroes of their own story.
There are some really important truths relayed as the story progresses. This is such a good addition to the worlds created by Brandon Mull in Fablehaven and Dragonwatch.
I highly recommend A Gorgon’s Fury for middle grader readers and those who might be a bit older.
Thanks to Netgalley and Shadow Mountain Publishing for the opportunity to read this book.

I was delighted to be transported back to Fablehaven and be a part of Newell and Dorens mission. I was wondering if they could pull off a book without any of the main characters but rest assured they pull it off magnificently. These Saytrs are growing up and accepting responsibility but still need to get something out of it for themselves if they succeed (ie their own smartphones). The book and the vocabulary are great and I enjoyed it as much as my ten year old. I will always read what Brandon Mull has to write.

This book is funny. Not necessarily laugh out loud, although there were a few times I came close, but absolutely entertaining. Newel and Doren have the most delightful, dry humor and I was here for every joke.

If you like Fablehaven, mysteries, middle grade novels, books you can share with your kids, and mythology, I highly recommend this one.

For my personal rating, it's probably a 3.5, but rounded up because many middle schoolers and fans of Fablehaven will love it. It was fun seeing Newel and Doren on an adventure in Fablehaven and being the heroes. My biggest complaint is that it is very short and it feels like we are going through a checklist of locations and events. Also, Stan's reaction to the main problem seemed very lackluster. However, still recommend to fans of Fablehaven and of Brandon Mull.

Thanks for Netgalley and the publishers for an eARC of the book in exchange for an honest review.

It was such a joy to reenter the world of Fablehaven through the eyes of previous support characters. To hear their worries and ambitions. The writing is well done so that it is not necessary to have read the other books that companion this one, though it is fun to have done so! I love that the shorter length of this book makes it feel so much more consumable for some readers that may be intimidated by Mull’s longer books. Newel’s and Doren’s stories could be a great introduction to Fablehaven for readers to start and then journey to the others as they are ready.

Brandon Mull does it again! Newel and Doren, the beloved satyrs from the Fablehaven and Dragonwatch series, return to bring even more laughs and adventure. These two satyrs, who live at Fablehaven, a hidden sanctuary for magical creatures, were fan favorites in the previous series. Alongside offering their valuable help, they never failed to deliver the perfectly timed dose of comic relief.

Now it's time for them to be the heroes of their own story. When a mysterious force begins turning Fablehaven's creatures to stone, will they be able to stop it? After gaining valuable insight about a legendary talisman that could hold the key to solving their problem, Newel and Doren embark on a road trip to Florida in search of the talisman. Armed with their humor, wit, a magical amulet, new and old friends (and enemies), and the promise of their own smartphones from one of Fablehaven's caretakers if they succeed, Newel and Doren will prove they deserve a story all their own.

Who doesn't love this funny, witty, crazy, delightfully great duo of Newel and Doren? They are the comic relief throughout the Fablehaven series and I'm sure the Dragonwatch series as well (I haven't read Dragonwatch yet). My kids and I were pretty excited to see that Brandon Mull wrote a story just for these two infuriatingly lovable satyrs!

I was immersed from the beginning to the end. It was great! I laughed at their antics and I cheered them on as we watched them mature and be responsible. The satyr games were delightful to read about. And let's just say that I sure didn't want anyone to come in contact with the Gorgon. Nope. No thank you!

I loved watching N & D problem solve and go on their adventures to fix the problem that was occurring in the sanctuary. Their satyr minds were fun to try to follow throughout their adventure. I'm so excited this will be a series and we get to continue watching them have adventure. Their unique way of solving problems and their love and care for the sanctuary and the people there give them great motive to succeed.

Middle grade readers are going to be delighted reading this new book and series! I was and I'm an adult!!!

Content: Clean. Some mild magical aspects, some mild suspense and fights but nothing overly graphic.

I received a copy from the publisher, Shadow Mountain Publishing, via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.

Happy Reading!!!

The Gorgon’s Fury is a stand-alone offering in the Fablehaven Universe in which minor characters become the main characters. It is not necessary to have read any of the Fablehaven books in order to follow the plot and enjoy this book. The author’s note at the end speaks to his desire to create a shorter book for younger readers. So, this is a quick read with a straightforward and linear narrative. There are no long descriptive passages or extensive world-building; the book is mostly driven by dialogue. Fantastic illustrations by Brandon Dorman are scattered throughout. Fablehaven fans will likely enjoy this book and new readers will enjoy the adventure which clips along. However, the brevity does not really do the Fablehaven world justice, and perhaps a young reader might not quite catch the magic of the series. Time will tell if there will be future adventure for the satyrs, Doren and Newel, and if this book will light a fire in a new generation of younger readers to go seek out the enchanting Fablehaven Series.

As a long time Fablehaven fan, this short adventure of Newel and Doren was everything I could have wanted! I read Fablehaven for the first time when I was 8, and I am pleased to say that these stories have never lost the charm or childlike wonder from when I discovered the series.

The story contains a gorgon, hags, and of course, of two lovable satyrs. The pacing of the book works great for this shorter format, with every chapter leading the characters on another exciting step of their quest. The characterizations of Newel and Doren was a big highlight of the book for me. The fun pranksters were already amazing characters for me before the book, but this novel added a wonderful amount of depth in discussing their aspirations and insecurities. The ending was satisfying, and tied up ends that I nearly forgot about from the start of the book.

All in all, this was such a fun adventure to read and I hope we get more stories about them or other side characters in the future!