3.5 stars, Bonnie enters the magical world of the Faire shortly after learning the family bee farm is on the brink of financial ruin. The Faire offers3.5 stars, Bonnie enters the magical world of the Faire shortly after learning the family bee farm is on the brink of financial ruin. The Faire offers a solution but can she trust Abeo the manager of the Faire and Jack a cute young cowboy she meets? They keep begging her to stay and help the Faire while on furlough. She says she can't but they say she can. Which is it? (view spoiler)[While Bonnie learns that she can do anything she sets her mind to, it turns out that Abeo and Jack can be trusted and that the Faire does keep its word to set Bonnie free. (hide spoiler)] Tweens who enjoy stories (i.e. Circus Mirandus, The Magician's Elephant) with worlds full of magic and mayhem will enjoy this. Thank you to for providing me with an advanced reader's copy of this title for review. ...more
A fantasy series for not quite tweens and tweens. If you are looking for a fantasy story that's not too long, this story about Plum who finds herself A fantasy series for not quite tweens and tweens. If you are looking for a fantasy story that's not too long, this story about Plum who finds herself invited to Guardian Academy is perfect. She and her new friends attend classes to find out what they are; heart, hands or breath. Which will Plum be? Or is there something else in store for her future? What secrets do her other classmates have, especially Sam the rich kid and Rella who's been skipping classes? Simply because of the length of these stories, this is a series I plan to keep reading....more
Fantasy stand alone for all ages, this story of Marigold who isn't exactly good not exactly wicked is delightful and a hoot. If you like stories with Fantasy stand alone for all ages, this story of Marigold who isn't exactly good not exactly wicked is delightful and a hoot. If you like stories with wizards, witches, spells and princesses; you'll enjoy this....more
Cute manga series about Verminks (aka Vermillo, Anne) who will do anything to make sure that Helck, a human does not become the next demon lord. Not tCute manga series about Verminks (aka Vermillo, Anne) who will do anything to make sure that Helck, a human does not become the next demon lord. Not too titillating; this is a title for teens that interested tweens could read too. Characters are fully clothed. ...more
Fantasy story for younger readers about Aria, a windling who sets out on a quest to find three treasures to restore the wind. She and her Gwyn, a grypFantasy story for younger readers about Aria, a windling who sets out on a quest to find three treasures to restore the wind. She and her Gwyn, a grypling meet Bay, a waterling, Terran, an earthling, and Brigid, a fireling along the way. Will Aria continue to work on her own to restore the wind, water, earth and fire? Or will she include the others in her quest? (view spoiler)[And what if finding the treasures was a trick? Is there anything she, Bay, Terran and Brigid can do to restore the elements and order they know? (hide spoiler)] Give this to those who are looking for a stand-alone fantasy story. ...more
An ogress, a dragon, crows, a dog, a town that was once lovely and orphans. No, this is not a companion or sequel to The Girl Who Drank the Moon. It'sAn ogress, a dragon, crows, a dog, a town that was once lovely and orphans. No, this is not a companion or sequel to The Girl Who Drank the Moon. It's a story about a once lovely and neighborly town that has become broken and how it becomes a version of it's former self again (view spoiler)[thanks to the neighborliness of an ogress and the good-hearted ingenuity of the orphans of Orphan House. (hide spoiler)] If you liked Kelly Barnhill's other books, you'll like this one too. Fans of Kate DiCamillo's books like The Beatryce Prophecy or Anne Ursu's Breadcrumbs will also want to give this a try....more
I loved it. When Vonceil's brother returns from World War I, a witch puts a curse on her family's farm. Vonceil is determined to lift the curse, but wI loved it. When Vonceil's brother returns from World War I, a witch puts a curse on her family's farm. Vonceil is determined to lift the curse, but what will it cost her? If you're looking for a graphic novel that's not realistic fiction, liked how Pony blended historical fiction and fantasy or are looking for a story with witches, this graphic novel with magic of all kinds is for you....more
Supernatural powers + a little bit of religion = Grounded for All Eternity If you think a fantasy story with elements of good and evil and spiritual beSupernatural powers + a little bit of religion = Grounded for All Eternity If you think a fantasy story with elements of good and evil and spiritual beings from the Bible (seraphs, guardians, angels, demons, Michael the archangel, witches) would make a good story, then this story about Malachi and his squad mates Cowley and Lilith who find themselves on Earth after they escape through the veil which keeps our world and their world apart is for you. ...more
A series that may remind you of Harry Potter? It's a seven book series, written by a British author and published in the aughts like the last 4 books A series that may remind you of Harry Potter? It's a seven book series, written by a British author and published in the aughts like the last 4 books of the series. Septimus Heap, the seventh son of a seventh son and destined for greatness as a wizard, disappears as a babe. Instead Jenna, a baby girl with a destiny(view spoiler)[ to become queen (hide spoiler)] becomes the seventh child of the Heaps. What happens when Jenna learns her fate? What happened to Septimus and who is he? Readers will likely know his identify long before it is revealed in the story. And will the good magyk or dark magyk prevail in this book in which print copies show a different font and spelling of words each time a spell is used? Give this to those who love magical worlds with lots of characters, wizards (both good and evil) and young people who discover their powers....more
Lovely, lovely, what else would you expect from Kate DiCamillo? A girl who cannot remember her past, a goat and an assortment of other characters figuLovely, lovely, what else would you expect from Kate DiCamillo? A girl who cannot remember her past, a goat and an assortment of other characters figure out their destinies and how it all ties in with the prophecies that were foretold (view spoiler)[about a female ruling the kingdom someday. (hide spoiler)] If you like fantasy and quest stories, you'll love this fast-paced story that makes you want to keep reading each time you end a chapter....more
3.75 stars. What if your mother was evil? What would you do to save others from her? That's what Quin must figure out in this story about a boy who do3.75 stars. What if your mother was evil? What would you do to save others from her? That's what Quin must figure out in this story about a boy who doesn't have the family talent for calling things into being. Instead he is able to draw and conjure things. Others like Allie are able to call him into being. The ending will leave readers wondering if there will be a sequel and how soon. If you know a tween or young teen who likes fantasy, have them give this a try. Fans of The Giver may also like it....more
A classic. Fast-paced and entertaining, join Taran as he sets out to be a hero by rescuing an escaped pig. Along the way he'll meet Eilonwy; a princesA classic. Fast-paced and entertaining, join Taran as he sets out to be a hero by rescuing an escaped pig. Along the way he'll meet Eilonwy; a princess, Gurgi; a wolfhound, Melyngar; a horse, Fflewdur; a bard and Doli; a dwarf. I would read more in this series that concludes with the 1969 Newbery Award winner, The High King....more
Intense, magical and wonderful. Even reluctant fantasy readers will enjoy this one. New York City is in trouble. Not only has an injured Pegasus appeaIntense, magical and wonderful. Even reluctant fantasy readers will enjoy this one. New York City is in trouble. Not only has an injured Pegasus appeared, there are Nirads (multiarmed stone warriors) attacking. Can Emily her classmate Joel, a walking Roman mythology wiki, heal Pegasus? With a little help from Olympians, Paelen and Diana who have also arrived in the Big Apple, the two will quickly find themselves on a quest to save both Olympus and the planet Earth. Book 1 in the Pegasus series....more
Despite his mother's warnings and reluctance, Alto goes on a quest to find adventure. He makes new friends and discovers threats to the kingdom (view Despite his mother's warnings and reluctance, Alto goes on a quest to find adventure. He makes new friends and discovers threats to the kingdom (view spoiler)[that his mother battled for in her younger glory days (hide spoiler)] . Like Wingbearer, this is another graphic novel for fantasy fans. Unlike Wingbearer, this one can be read as a standalone....more
Those who like both graphic novels and fantasy will want to give a try. For those who do not like cliffhangers, my recommendation is to wait for at leThose who like both graphic novels and fantasy will want to give a try. For those who do not like cliffhangers, my recommendation is to wait for at least the (if not the entire series) before reading this....more
As the only Hmong family in their small Wisconsin town, Pahua Moua doesn't feel she fits in. What happens when a bridge spirit steals Pahua's brother As the only Hmong family in their small Wisconsin town, Pahua Moua doesn't feel she fits in. What happens when a bridge spirit steals Pahua's brother Matt's soul? With the help of Miv, an invisible cat spirit and Zhong, a possible new friend, can Pahua unleash her inner shaman warrior to save him? What is her secret power that can save Matt? (view spoiler)[Along with discovering her secret power of seeing the truth of people, Pahua learns she is the reincarnation of Shee Yee the most powerful Hmong shaman of all time (hide spoiler)] If you liked Percy Jackson, Magnus Chase or any of the other different mythology stories out there, you'll want to give this Hmong mythology story a try. ...more
Even though this starts out as a Pony Express story, it is pure fantasy. Two teens think they're signing up for the Pony Express. Instead they become Even though this starts out as a Pony Express story, it is pure fantasy. Two teens think they're signing up for the Pony Express. Instead they become riders on the Nightland Express, a route with its own dangers and magical creatures. If you like fantasy and are looking for stories with characters who are questioning their skin color or gender identity, this is it....more
If you or someone you know appreciates world history and classic literature or likes quirky stories like Obert Skye's Wizard for Hire, they'll enjoy tIf you or someone you know appreciates world history and classic literature or likes quirky stories like Obert Skye's Wizard for Hire, they'll enjoy this tale that has characters from the past; both real and fictional, good and bad, traveling to the modern day. It's a little like with an antique table instead of a telephone booth. ...more
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