Deltora Quest: The Complete Series Hardcover – Unabridged, October 1, 2008

I have been looking for this book for so long and I have finally found it. It is everything that I have wanted

I first encountered this series when my five-year-old brought "Forests of Silence" (the second of the eight books) home from the school library. Although it's aimed at a slightly older audience, there was nothing inappropriate for him in the book, and he loved having it read to him. But school ended and the local libraries didn't have the series, so off I went to Amazon. Here, I found the individual books, but also this edition.What's great about the series: Each story has puzzles to solve, clues to figure out, and so forth. It keeps the reader/listener engaged with the story. My five-year-old, my 10-year-old, and I all love the books -- and I'll be passing the book to my mother when we're done with it. I'll confess to keeping on reading after my child has fallen asleep because I'm engaged in the story and want to know what happens next! There are some scary/intense parts, but so far nothing to cause bad dreams after bedtime reading, even for the little one.What's great about the edition: This is a very high-quality book. It has a bound-in ribbon bookmark, which is really nice, since it definitely takes a while to read! I took the paper slipcover off so that it wouldn't get battered while we're reading it. I can definitely see rereading the series in later years, so I'm glad to have the hardcover edition. Since there are eight books in the series, the price for this volume is excellent!Who will enjoy this book? Anyone who likes young-reader fantasy. The "tag suggestions" list "Juvenile fiction - ages 9-12," which is probably a good estimate for the target audience. Any child old enough to enjoy chapter books with few pictures is probably old enough, unless they're prone to nightmares. The stories are full of mythical beasts, and some are definitely evil! As with many books written for this age group, the writing itself is excellent. Personally, I can't wait to get into some of Emily Rodda's other books!

Great series but book was clearly used often

I bought this book because I remember reading the series as a kid, and now that my son is old enough I wanted something challenging yet fun for him to read together with me. I was skeptical about the condition that it would be in being used but it had little to no signs of wear.Also, my son is 7 reading at an advanced level. I'd say this book is more geared towards middle school aged children but it makes a good bed time story book regardless.

This was a gift to an adult who read these books as a middle-schooler. Used nook was in very good condition except for minimal wear and tear on the dust jacket

I have all around always loved these books since I first read them who knows how many years ago. I'm now an adult with children, and STILL never tire of the awesome storytelling. One of my favorite things is the illustrations throughout the books that show the puzzles our heros have to figure out on their journeys. It gives young readers the opportunity to test their thinking skills. These books helped me to 'think outside box' when I was little, and to expand my creativity in problem solving. An epic journey story that helps rational thinking skills? +20 brownie points!It's sooo nice to have all eight short books in one convenient volume.

I ordered this collection for my 9-year old son, and he absolutely loves them. He frequently asks me very strange questions, such as, "Dad, do you know some of the ways that people can get turned into werewolves?" My answer was of course... "Well, uh, they get bit I suppose." He grins. "Nope, that's not all. They can drink from the tracks of a werewolf too." "Oh," I answer, "that's good to know." You get the idea. The books have his imagination racing, and that can only be a good thing. Definitely recommended.

More damage to book then I expected. The book edges are broken and the move. The cover ' s corners are riped. There is crayon color specks in side the book first few pages and the last few pages. The book arrived here on the very last day of the expected delivery date which they gave 3 and a half weeks. All my other Deltona books I ordered from here arrived with in 7 days. My son couldn't start readying the series until we received this book lost and he was very disappointed. These books are for him to read at school. Teacher wasn't happy either. The Deltona series is awesome though, my son doesn't like to read but he borrowed the first series from his teacher and he actually finished the book and asked me to find the other series so I ordered all of them. We just finished the Second series and he has completed 2 book reports . He can't wait to start the third series. I highly recommend this book to children that love adventure. This book will get your child to read if they don't like to read. I even read along with my son because I enjoy these in books too. Emily Roddy is an amazing author.

Best book ever for young teens. Rodda is my favourite author, she is the queen of plot twist. Such a nice book to have in hardcover.

とても分厚いのでちょっとめげてしまいそうですが、お値段の安いお得な一冊。当たり前ですが、日本版とイラストが違います！謎解きのイラストなど必見ではないかしら。

This book was in absolutely perfect condition when delivered to me and was delivered in good time. It is a really creative story and is good value considering that you receive the full series. However, this exact book can be purchased at Coles/Chapters for a better value which I feel should be mentioned. Still a highly recommendable product.

デルトラシリーズが8冊入ってこの値段。紙質もそれほど悪く、お得です。知らない単語はところどころありますが、内容が変化に富んでいるため、20万語以上を一気に読めます。ただ、重いので仰向けになって読むのはつらいかも知れません。

I bought this for my 9 year old book monster and he really enjoyed it. Must admit that the wife and I also read it and enjoyed it too. Well written and a good story line.