* The Battle: The climax sees Kendra and Seth facing off against the evil sorcerer, "The Shade," and his army of creatures. Kendra, using her newfound magical abilities, is able to weaken the Shade, while Seth uses his knowledge of the creatures to turn the tide of battle.
* The Sacrifice: The Shade, realizing defeat is inevitable, attempts to kill Kendra, but her grandfather, "Grandpa Sorenson," sacrifices himself to save her. This leaves Kendra heartbroken, but also gives her a sense of responsibility and purpose.
* The Aftermath: The Shade is defeated, but not destroyed. He retreats to a hidden cave, vowing to return. The fablehaven creatures are safe for now, but Kendra knows the threat is still out there.
* A New Beginning: Kendra and Seth, although grieving the loss of their grandfather, begin to fully understand the importance of their family's secret and their role in protecting Fablehaven. They are now more determined than ever to learn magic and to protect the creatures.
The ending leaves you wanting more: It establishes Kendra and Seth as powerful protectors of Fablehaven, but also introduces a sense of ongoing danger and the need for further growth and development.