How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
There was no way she was really seeing this, right? There had to be an explanation. But the fairies were everywhere, near and far, shimmering in vivid colors. How could she deny what was before her eyes? (5.97)
Kendra's first time seeing fairies is pretty amazing and confusing—she's never encountered supernatural creatures before, and we see no indication that she already believes in fairies, witches, ghosts, or whatever. But her eyes are definitely showing her something that's hard to deny. What's she supposed to do with this visual evidence?
Quote #2
"Fablehaven?" Seth repeated.
"The name the founders gave this preserve centuries ago. A refuge for mystical creatures, a stewardship passed down from caretaker to caretaker over the years." (5.114-115)
And now we get to put a name to this place, this refuge for mystical creatures that Seth and Kendra have stumbled upon. We also learn that Fablehaven always has human caretakers, and they pass on responsibility for it over the years—their Grandpa is the current caretaker. Which, you know, explains a lot.
Quote #3
"In a world where mortal man has become the dominant force, most creatures of enchantment have fled to refuges like this one." (5.148)
According to Grandpa, the majority of the world doesn't have anything to do with magic anymore—humans are the dominant force, and they've pretty much taken over with all their technology and science. This means that magic creatures need extra protection, the kind that they can get on preserves.