Jasper Fforde continues his Chronicles of Kazam with The Eye of Zoltar (see earlier entry at 12/10/13). I actually think I like this one more then I liked the previous stories in the series though it’s hard to say much about it without giving away important plot points. Our heroine, Jennifer Strange, has been tasked with finding the eye of Zoltar --- a jewel with the ability to channel wizidrical forces. To do so she has to travel to a neighboring country known for providing hazardous vacationing experiences. She brings with her Perkins (a wizard), Colin (a dragon), and Laura (a princess who’s been body swapped into the body of a handmaiden). Once there they pick up a number of other companions and the arduous adventure begins.Recommended for those with a taste for amusing fantasy adventure and while you can read this book without having to read the other entries in the series you’ll be missing out on a treat if you do.
