Jalina Jons and the Owenroake Treasure Hunters: A Magical Fantasy Adventure perfect for ages 9-14, Grades 4-8 (Jalina Jons Adventure Series Book 1) by M. K. McDaniel

If you love Harry Potter, Fablehaven, or Narnia, the Jalina Jons Adventure Series is perfect for you. With a dark forest, magical kingdoms, and an unforgettable new beginning in a place beyond imagination, it promises a thrilling page-turning adventure! Magical treehouses, superhero powers, ancient secrets, and magical artifacts intertwine to make an unforgettable fantasy world at the Fort Fernbottom School of Magic! Golden glitter on her pillow is the least of Jalina (Nina) Jons’ worries when a man in a black suit arrives with news that shatters her world. Suddenly orphaned and torn from their family home, Nina and her brother Jake find themselves bound for the infamous Owenroake Children’s Home. But behind its grim facade of cruel wardens and meager gruel lies an extraordinary secret: magical "Areas" where impossible superhero powers flourish. Just as Nina uncovers her own mysterious powers at Fort Fernbottom, a treasure hunt competition turns into chaos with life-threatening odds. With her team now stranded in hostile territory, Nina must unlock abilities she never knew she possessed if they’re to survive the dangers closing in around them. But will it be in time?
Jalina Jons and the Owenroake Treasure Hunters is an award-winning book and offers an epic adventure packed with fast-paced action and whimsical magic. It takes readers to the edge of disaster and back, immersing them in a world they’ll never want to leave. Full of mystery, villains, mythical creatures, friendships, and team-building missions. Perfect as a family read-aloud or an independent middle-grade fantasy escape. Ideal for readers aged 9-14 and students in Grades 4-8, but other adventure seekers will enjoy it too!