The Key to Rondo

By Emily Rodda. Leo finds an old music box containing strict rules, never to be broken. “Turn the Key three times only. Never turn the key while the music is playing. Never pick up the box while the music is playing. Never close the lid until the music has stopped.” For these are the rules for that should never been broken. The box had been passed down to Leo from his Grandfather. Leo was fond of it due the great art work displayed. It depicted forests and towns with everything in such little detail. He obeyed the rules and he was proud of himself but all this changed when his cousin arrived. Mimi was an annoying child with the worst case of fashion and unfortunately for Leo, Mimi broke the rules. It seemed that nothing had happened except blue butterflies flying out, then a woman appeared - she was the Blue Queen. Mimi’s dog Mutt kidnapped by the Blue Queen, and the tow cousins chased after her. What does the future hold for Mimi and Leo in this world of magic and adventure? Reviewed by Johnathan I. of YR 9