“This buoyant fantasy sequel, the followup to the memorable The Last Halloween, blends the fun, camaraderie, mysteries, and tension of magic and boarding school settings with chatty gargoyles and inspiration drawn from Arthurian legend...offers the exciting thrill ride full of intrigue and mystery that readers hope for from the genre…Continually inventive, this fast-paced, action-packed sequel will keep young readers entertained until a satisfying conclusion…”