The Crown of Joona

The Joona Trilogy #3

by Kim V. Engelmann

Margaret and her friends find their lives in danger when the dark swan Sebastian leaves Joona to practice his evil magic on earth. Sequel to "Defenders of Joona."

Genres: Fantasy

Paperback

First published March 1, 1995

Reviews

[(Katie) Paperbacks]

*re-read April 20, 2026
*re-read March 29, 2021

I loved the series this time just as much as when I read it the first time, maybe even more. The only downfall is that I'm done reading it, and I wish there was more of this story. So Kim V. Engelmann, if you're reading this make more stories in this series for us to love.

[Ashley Fuhr]

What a great way to end the series. I have honestly become attached to Margaret (I know, I know, they're just YA books!) and her spirit. I don't want to give any spoilers, but I think Engelmann did a great job of rounding out the series. Joona is a magical place. I enjoyed finally getting to "meet" Milhoe and, much like Margaret, felt pity for Sebastian at his time of sentencing.
I only with that the books in the Joona Series were longer, as I enjoyed them so very much. I remember now why I liked them so much as a young girl. I know Engelmann wishes she could write YA Fantasy and make a living. I would be thrilled for a follow up series of either Margaret and crew as adults, or about their children.