As it is a middle grade historical fantasy, I wasn't really expecting as much character development and interweaving storylines as this novel offers! Isenhoff does a remarkable job of connecting key elements of her characters together in a way that keeps the mystery intact. This little novel is one full of intrigue and excitement that I really wasn't expecting. But as with any magical power or gift comes a huge responsibility, and it is up to Micah to decide what he needs to do with this magical pen to keep everyone safe and happy, including himself.
But it is in this attic that he uncovers a truly magical gift-a pen that, when used, let's everything it writes come true. When Micah's father signs him up for the grueling job of cleaning out crazy Widow Parson's attic, Micah is less than thrilled. As all good sons do, he works at his father's shop, helping with deliveries and inventory, but Micah would much rather spend his time on the coastline, exploring the wilderness, or hanging out with his best friend Gabby (who is a part of the only black family in town). Micah is a 13 year old boy who comes from a well-to-do family: his father runs the local grocery store and is driven by ledgers and bank accounts, and his mother is a woman who is involved in woman's groups and library luncheons.
The Quill Pen takes place in a remote town in the early 1800s during a time of American expansion and on the brink of the industrial revolution. The original cover was just a beach and a sunset, but I think that this beautiful cover captures the essence that is this adventure story. First of all, I must say I love this new cover a lot better.
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