I'm a little more than half way through the book and so far I have enjoyed reading this book very much! I love the plot line. I admire Prosper and his strength. He goes to great lengths to take care of his brother Bo and to keep them together. Funke keeps you interested and on the edge of your seat, waiting to see what will happen next with the runaways. I'm also anxious to see how Victor plays out in this novel. I wonder if he'll give the children up to their aunt and uncle or if he'll help them? I'm really excited to see how the novel plays out, but so far I have really enjoyed reading it!