When Joe gets a magic book from his uncle, he and his friends Fred and Sam find themselves accidentally transported to King Arthur's court. They barely escape danger at every turn, honing their wits to fight a dragon and outsmart a very sneaky giant. This book, the first in the Time Warp Trio series, combines short chapters, simple language, and illustrations to make it a good pick for reluctant readers. And the silly humor and nonstop adventure make it an addictive read. Luckily, there are five more books in the series, and probably more on the way! (Puffin, $4.99)