Those wicked wizards are back--and they've become very smart. (Sort of.) They intend to take over the Enchanted Forest once and for all . . . unles...
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Jan 24, 2011
Kendra
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May 31, 2009
Amy
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In book 3 of Enchanted Forest Chronicles, the sword belonging to the King of the Enchanted Forest is stolen by those dastardly wizards. Cimorene and her companions must find it before it drains all of the magic from the enchanted forest!
My favorite line from this book is Brandel the fire witch describing his sister Rachel. She lived in a tower with a sorceress to learn magic - the only access was by lowering a chair from an upper story window. Heroes never believed she wanted to b More...
My favorite line from this book is Brandel the fire witch describing his sister Rachel. She lived in a tower with a sorceress to learn magic - the only access was by lowering a chair from an upper story window. Heroes never believed she wanted to b More...
Oct 28, 2011
Cliff
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Wah...I did not expect this book to end quite so abruptly. There's definitely some pacing problems...or maybe that was intentional. Patricia Wrede uses her characters to good effect, but was clearly writing with the goal of setting up the fourth and final book. Since the fourth book was actually written long before the other three, it does make me wonder if she felt like she had to force the story along here. Otherwise, this one manages to straddle the line between the first two...neither is
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Feb 01, 2011
Mimi
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I really enjoyed this entire series, and I think that it is perfectly written for its target age group (perhaps 8 to 14 year olds). It was interesting to have the point of view switch to the witch. I do think that the book summaries are a bit misleading, as well as the cover art, because you think that all of them are going to feature Cimorene as the main character, and then they don't. I don't mind that they don't; I really enjoyed the different points of view, but it did bug me that the front
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Jun 08, 2010
Mark
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I liked this one quite a bit. It has similarities with the second one, and the wizards are still the enemy (yes, they still melt, too), but I like how it continues. Telemain is still there, thankfully. We have Morwen's host of cats.
Killer complained about being hungry a lot. He had one good quote in there, though—one of the last times he mentions his hunger, actually.
Anyway, the audiobook was done rather well, just as with the second book—they used many of the same voices More...
Killer complained about being hungry a lot. He had one good quote in there, though—one of the last times he mentions his hunger, actually.
Anyway, the audiobook was done rather well, just as with the second book—they used many of the same voices More...
Aug 19, 2009
Melanie
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Apr 13, 2010
Loralee
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This is the third book in the Enchanted Forest Chronicles. I didn't enjoy it as much as the first two until I got to the last few chapters.
The wizards are back and this time they have stolen King Mendanbar's magical sword. Queen Cimorene, a giant donkey named Killer (who is actually a very hungry enchanted rabbit), and Morwen and her rather annoying cats are off to recover it. Of course they have many adventures along the way as they meet individuals that somewhat resemble character More...
The wizards are back and this time they have stolen King Mendanbar's magical sword. Queen Cimorene, a giant donkey named Killer (who is actually a very hungry enchanted rabbit), and Morwen and her rather annoying cats are off to recover it. Of course they have many adventures along the way as they meet individuals that somewhat resemble character More...
Aug 03, 2010
Holly
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Another cute story. Killer, though, really irritated me. And, altogether, this story seemed less tight than the first two. The plot felt muddled and/or insubstantial. And while Cimorene's efforts at the end, to figure a way out of their predicament, were noble, I didn't see much emotion in her besides anger. If I was in her situation, I would have cried at least once, no matter how stubborn I was. But anyway, it was cute. These are fun stories for kids.
Dec 09, 2011
Beth
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I didn't feel the story was quite as good as the story in the first two books, but on the other hand, Morwen's cats play a prominent role, and there's Killer, the rabbit, who gets enchanted...again...and again...and again...
The other slightly unsettling thing about this book was the HUGE cliffhanger ending. Still, the characters are charming, as are the references to other fairy tales and their characters. I recommend the series.
The other slightly unsettling thing about this book was the HUGE cliffhanger ending. Still, the characters are charming, as are the references to other fairy tales and their characters. I recommend the series.
Aug 22, 2011
Jen
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I didn't like this as much as I liked the first two books, but with more explanations of magic, a nice focus on Morwen and her kitties (finally!) and with fairy tale/story spoofing still happening all over the place, it's hard to complain.
It doesn't end as "happy" as the first two books did either, but it's a great setup for the last book in the series, which is sure to pull everything together and be awesome!
It doesn't end as "happy" as the first two books did either, but it's a great setup for the last book in the series, which is sure to pull everything together and be awesome!
Jun 06, 2011
Kathryn
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Of the four books in this series, this one is my least favorite. While we do meet a delightful assortment of new characters--including a rabbit who continually eats enchanted things and winds up as a six foot tall blue, winged, floating donkey--I found the story a bit too long for my taste. The ending sets us up delightfully for my favorite book: Talking to Dragons, number four. It ends on a good cliffhanger with good information for the start of the last book.
Mar 04, 2010
Meg
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I couldn't quite give this one three stars, though I wanted to. It felt like the story was getting old at this point, like the energy was used up in the first two books. There just wasn't enough to sustain the story, and too much was left unexplained. There was a particular problem with the motivation of the villains - I couldn't follow why they were doing what they were doing, and the explanations fell flat.
Mar 17, 2009
1lalabears1
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My absolute favorite book. Which I do not happen to own.
Uh-oh, the wizards are at it again. King Menanbar finds his magic sword is missing and it is up to Cimorene, Morwen, Kazul and Killer, a large enchanted donkey who used to be a rabbit, to go find it.
Yeah, hehe, Killer's the comic relief in this one as well as Scorn and Trouble, Morwen's cats who tag long.
Uh-oh, the wizards are at it again. King Menanbar finds his magic sword is missing and it is up to Cimorene, Morwen, Kazul and Killer, a large enchanted donkey who used to be a rabbit, to go find it.
Yeah, hehe, Killer's the comic relief in this one as well as Scorn and Trouble, Morwen's cats who tag long.
Jul 28, 2011
Meredith
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AAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!! That ending! It's a good thing I have book 4 waiting for me at home!
Anywho, as for this book, I loved it! It was fun to get more from Morwen's point of view, and I absolutely love Telemain, Killer, and the cats. Again I must bemoan that fact that I never read these books as a young fantasy lover. Oh well. At least I get to enjoy them now!
Anywho, as for this book, I loved it! It was fun to get more from Morwen's point of view, and I absolutely love Telemain, Killer, and the cats. Again I must bemoan that fact that I never read these books as a young fantasy lover. Oh well. At least I get to enjoy them now!
Mar 16, 2010
Cindy
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Mahon and I decided to go on and listen to the rest of the tapes in Wrede's series, since our library has them all. We didn't have 2 yet so skipped right on to 3 and 4. This was our least favorite by far... I never liked it as a kid, and neither of us much liked it this time around, either. Plus - the casted voices for all the animals were sooooooo annoying.
Feb 17, 2010
Nicole
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I just can't put my finger on what specifically is lacking in book three. Same characters, same wit, same pacing and believability. So what gives??
Laura's right, this book ends with one hell of a cliffhanger. And while it might not live up to the pedestal in the clouds high standards of books 1 and 2, it's still a fun read. Entertaining and well-written.
On to book four...
Laura's right, this book ends with one hell of a cliffhanger. And while it might not live up to the pedestal in the clouds high standards of books 1 and 2, it's still a fun read. Entertaining and well-written.
On to book four...
Aug 14, 2011
Timmain
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Interesting ending, and unfortunately I can't discuss without spoilers, so you will have to read it for yourself, but I did find the character perspective very enjoyable in this third "dragons" book. I am not usually the type to like a series that changes the recipe after I have decided to like it, but Wrede actually makes it a signature with these books and it is a fun twist. This third installment is mostly from the perspective of Morwen the witch and her many cats. If you are a cat
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Mar 25, 2009
Hilary
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Killer (Shrek/Genie-ish blue flying donkey?) is a new character (added for comic relief) -- but all our favorites return: Morwen's cats (with more fully developed charactes), Mendenbar, and a very pregnant Cimorene. This time it's a quest to regain the King's sword before all the magic is drained from the Enchanted Forest.
Dec 17, 2008
Kate
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Mendenbar and Cimorene must save the day again. The wizards have stolen Mendenbar's sword and are slowly sucking all the life out of the Enchanted Forest. A pregnant Cimorene leaves her husband at home to rescue the Forest with the help of some old; Telemain and Morwen; and new friends; a rabbit turned blue flying donkey.
Nov 15, 2009
Johnny
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Possibly my favorite book of all time. I've read this book three times, and I'm going to read it again! This series is full of clever puns concerning stereo-typical fantasy and adventure. The characters are wity, and the plot is hilarious! I suggest this book to anyone, but particularly kids 4-6th grade.
Sep 01, 2009
Keith
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This is the third book of the Enchanted Forest Chronicles.
Once again the wizards are up to no good. This time King Mendenbar's magic sword has disappeared. A familiar cast of characters set off to retrieve it.
This story is told from the perspective of the witch, Morwen. Her interactions with her (many) cats are amusing. They can all talk to her (and each other) and have a range of amusing personalities. Ultimately, however, this book left me flat. We know these characte More...
Once again the wizards are up to no good. This time King Mendenbar's magic sword has disappeared. A familiar cast of characters set off to retrieve it.
This story is told from the perspective of the witch, Morwen. Her interactions with her (many) cats are amusing. They can all talk to her (and each other) and have a range of amusing personalities. Ultimately, however, this book left me flat. We know these characte More...
Apr 03, 2011
gunneos
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This one is a little lackluster - I couldn't care enough about Morwen's talking cats and their conversations. The entire book also feels like a prelude to the next one, and characters got goofier and sillier (the blue donkey) without being funny. But I'll finish the series anyway.
Sep 16, 2008
Jh6p
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Mar 28, 2011
Mikaela
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Queen Cimorene has gone on a quest to find the kingdoms lost sword. She joined a magician a witch a dragon and a fire-witch to help her. I like this book because it is funny. I like the new character Brandel. I wish there was a movie of it.
Sep 02, 2010
Anie
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Again, not quite as excellent at the first of the series (or even the second); this one focuses much more on Morwen, and it lacks some of the feminism and fairy tale cliches that made the first book so wonderful. However, still a pleasant read.
Sep 29, 2011
Anthony
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This book did not let me down. After reading the first two books I was happy to see that the princess now queen was as unusual as before. I love the use of old fairy tales in new ways in this entire series. A must read for all.
Dec 29, 2010
Tessa
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I like how Wrede tells each of these books from a different perspective. I don't remember Morwen talking to her cats as much as she did in this book. The ending felt a little unfinished, but as it leads into book 4 I'm okay with it.
Dec 16, 2010
Sara ♥
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I'd have to say that this was probably my least favorite one in the series so far, but it was still cute. But holy cliffhanger, Batman! I had book 4 (Talking to Dragons) on my Zune, so I started it right after finishing this one...
I think my MAIN issue with this book was a lack of Mendanbar (he and Cimorene were separated for the great majority of the book. That and the Jar Jar Binks-like character... He was only HALF as annoying as Jar Jar and actually served a BIT of a purpose More...
I think my MAIN issue with this book was a lack of Mendanbar (he and Cimorene were separated for the great majority of the book. That and the Jar Jar Binks-like character... He was only HALF as annoying as Jar Jar and actually served a BIT of a purpose More...
Jan 19, 2009
Erin
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How do you not love a rabbit-turned blue flying patchy donkey with over sized wings named Killer? Morwen is one of my favorite characters, and I love the wizard-melting spell. How do you forget a word like Argelfraster?
Dec 16, 2009
Punk
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Young Adult, Fantasy. Those damned wizards are making trouble in the Enchanted Forest again. This time they've stolen King Mendanbar's magic sword, and it's up to Queen Cimorene, the dragon Kazul, a rabbit named Killer, a magician, and a witch and her cats to get it back. The dialogue in this one got repetitive because everything Telemain, the magician, said was in super technical magic jargon and Morwen, the witch, had to translate it so the rest of the crew could understand what he was saying.
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