A good Fantasy for anyone who likes fantasy, really! ( )

As good as the first book. A great plot with some new characters as well as some of the old familiar ones. A couple of great twists. ( )

A worthy sequel to the Key to Rondo. Leo and his cousin Mimi return to the magic kingdom in the music box to battle evil forces. Many of the same offbeat characters, such as Bertha the pig and Freda the duck, are worth revisiting. ( )

Reviewed by Joan Stradling for TeensReadToo.com

After discovering the key to Rondo, Leo and Mimi must continue to visit the magical land painted on the outside of the music box. If they don't, the Blue Queen will learn they tricked her.

Though they have to return, they're determined not to become involved in the goings on of Rondo. Unfortunately, they're drawn into a quest that risks not only their lives, but also the entire fate of the land.

The Wizard Bing has vanished and his assistant, Simon, is accused of murdering him. Simon's mother pleads for help. Leo, Mimi, and their quest companions set out to solve the mystery, and end up in terrible danger when they suspect the Ancient One of taking Bing.

I loved THE WIZARD OF RONDO! This is a great series for young and old alike. Rodda's imagination knows no limits. I can't wait to read more and hope the next book in the series isn't long in coming! ( )