Kendra Kandlestar and the Box of Whispers — Lee Edward Fodi

The first book in the Kendra Kandlestar series. For over a thousand years, the Box of Whispers has guarded the most precious treasure in the Land of Een. But when the box is suddenly stolen, young Kendra Kandlestar finds herself swept away on a magical adventure where doors speak in riddles, plants cast dangerous spells, and strange creatures lurk in every shadow. With only a handful of enchanted carrot seeds to help her, will Kendra be able to overcome these perils and find the fabled chest? There's only one way to find out: peer inside the Box of Whispers and discover a world of magic, monsters, and mystery!