Happenstance+Found+(Book+1+of+The+Books+for+Umber+series)

The Books of Umber --- Book 1 "Happenstance Found" By:P.W. Catanese "The boy felt as if he'd emerged, fully conscious and wholly formed, out of nothing. Not out of darkness, or chaos, or mist or murk. He was sure he'd sprung from nothing, and now he was lying in a strange place with rough stone pressing against the back of his skull." (opening paragraph) Pages: 342 (but is a fast read!) Summary: Hap has no past yet he recalls words and speaks ancient languages. Who is he? And why is he so important to this strange explorer Lord Umber? It becomes obvious that Hap is different...his piercing green eyes that see in darkness... his frog-like leaping ability...and the threads of destiny that appear to him. "The Creep" is stalking him, can Umber protect him? Will Hap discover what his destiny is?Review: I loved this book and will read the series! The opening chapter captured my imagination and I couldn't put it down. The characters are likable and you want them to succeed. The plot races along with fantastic creatures and captivating settings. The mystery and magic of this strange world was mesmerizing! (Ms. O'C)