This was one of my favourite books as a young person (and is actually the very first book I ever purchased! Haha this book that you hold in your hands holds a tremendous memory for the 10-year-old me. First time I was allowed alone in Borders, and first time I bought a book with my own money! wow! ^_^). I was mesmerized the entire way through, and loved whispering the words from the made up language as I read the book. I recommend it to lots of people interested in YA fantasy. :) I hope you enjoy it as well!