I really enjoyed this middle-grade novel! Fans of books like Percy Jackson will love the action and adventures that Sam is thrown into when his friends get kidnapped and brought to a world Sam didn't realize he had connections to.

The Red Sun draws on Norse Mythology for a lot of its characters and their powers while still sticking to a modern relatable world. Sam's quest to save his friends while unraveling his own story relays the message that no matter your background or what people might think you are/should be, what's important is following your own path and sticking with what you feel is right. Such an important story for readers of this age (and really any age!).

I highly recommend this series. Book 2, Kalifus Rising, is just as strong and exciting as Sam's first journey!