Children Jared, Simon, and Mallory Grace move into a secluded old estate, and notice that strange things start happening. Now it's up to them to learn the unbelievable truth about the house, and of the amazing creatures that inhabit it. "A well-crafted family thriller that is truly scary and doesn't wimp out."--Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times. "An enjoyable adventure fantasy that pushes all the requisite buttons while still managing to throw in a pleasant surprise or two."--Hollywood Reporter. "A work of both modest enchantment and enchanting modesty..."--Variety.