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Back in Faerieground, Soli must lead her kingdom to safety. But Lucy becomes ill, and her wellbeing is her best friend's first priority, even if it means sacrificing the crown.
From the Faerieground series. For ages 9-13.
*The 2nd book in this well-received series about love, friendship, and self-discovery
From the Faerieground series. For ages 9-13.
*The 2nd book in this well-received series about love, friendship, and self-discovery
266 pages, ebook
First published July 1, 2013
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Beth Bracken
45 books27 followersBeth Bracken is a children's book editor. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with her husband, Steve, and their son, Sam. When she's not reading, writing, or editing books, Beth spends most of her time knitting endlessly while watching reruns of old TV shows and drinking lots of tea.
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July 23, 2013
Spoilers: If you have not read Wish, this review will have spoilers.
August 28, 2013
What a lovely and magical story. The paintings are vivid and colorful, dark and enchanting. The story continues off the last book called 'Wish' and takes the reader back into the mystical forest where Soli must make difficult decisions about ruling as princess and fixing the kingdom her mother has wreaked havoc on. Along with her friend Lucy, Soli has to decide to stay or leave.
The writing is magical and takes you on a swift journey to a whimsical world and back. Best viewed on a color capable tablet to see the beautiful illustrations throughout. Read with my daughter, who hates to read, this caught her attention and fancy and she adored reading all about Soli's adventure with her friends. Best for kids 2nd grade and up to Middle Grade.
Thank you to the author and publisher for an eARC for honest review via Netgalley.
The writing is magical and takes you on a swift journey to a whimsical world and back. Best viewed on a color capable tablet to see the beautiful illustrations throughout. Read with my daughter, who hates to read, this caught her attention and fancy and she adored reading all about Soli's adventure with her friends. Best for kids 2nd grade and up to Middle Grade.
Thank you to the author and publisher for an eARC for honest review via Netgalley.
October 3, 2020
I was a little annoyed that I hadn't read the first book before this one, but I loved how I could still understand the story. The illustrations were beautiful and also really explained the story. I felt sympathy for every character, and I just thought it was amazing. I highly recommend this series, just make sure to start with the first one LOL
April 27, 2019
This book is amazing
November 17, 2023
This book is a solid 4 stars, I love how it's written, and the ending made me sad. I can't wait to read the third book in this trilogy! I flew through this book and thoroughly enjoyed it!
August 5, 2013
Recibí gracias a netgalley una copia para saber que pasaba con nuestras protagonistas.
La historia sigue centrándose en Soli y Lucy, aquellas dos amigas, que en el anterior libro se adentraron en Faerieground por culpa de un deseo que cambió la vida de ambas.
Ahora, Soli ha descubierto su verdadera forma, es un hada, pero no sólo eso, era la princesa de Willow Forest, y tras derrocar a su propia madre, la Reina Calandra, se convierte en la nueva reina y tiene que hacer frente a los enfrentamientos que hay en su reino entre Los Cuervos y las Hadas.
Lucy, por su parte, descubre que sigue siendo normal, pero que su vida también está vinculada a este mundo, no sólo por su mejor amiga, sino también por el pasado de su madre. Y, a pesar de su debilidad, se verá involucrada en los enfrentamientos al ser secuestrada por Los Cuervos para hacer que Soli vaya en su búsqueda.
Por este motivo, a lo largo de la historia, Soli lucha tanto por Lucy (que en este mundo se debilita por el hecho de ser humana) como por su reino y además comprenderá mejor a su madre Calandra (y los motivos que la llevaron a ser "malvada") algo esencial para el desarrollo de la trilogía, ya que la historia de Calandra y la madre de Lucy, Andria, es necesaria para entender el por qué de todo lo que pasa en este mundo de fantasía y es la principal trama de la historia.
En general todo el libro sigue estando escrito de una manera sencilla y cercana. Beth Bracken y Kay Fraser han desarrollado un planteamiento que explica y encaja a la perfección con la historia y el trasfondo fantástico que contiene, pero reconozco que no me ha llegado a gustar tanto tanto como el primer libro... quizás sea porque no avanza demasiado en la trama, pero como segundo libro de una trilogía, creo que es un libro un poco introductorio y explicativo hasta el desenlace del último libro.
Pero sigo destacando las ilustraciones de Odessa Sawyer, que son páginas completas a todo color de los eventos de la historia y completa la obra con páginas extras decoradas con motivos de plumajes para hacer una bella edición, a la que merece la pena echarle un vistazo.
Reseña completa en http://chibiakasworld.blogspot.com/20...
La historia sigue centrándose en Soli y Lucy, aquellas dos amigas, que en el anterior libro se adentraron en Faerieground por culpa de un deseo que cambió la vida de ambas.
Ahora, Soli ha descubierto su verdadera forma, es un hada, pero no sólo eso, era la princesa de Willow Forest, y tras derrocar a su propia madre, la Reina Calandra, se convierte en la nueva reina y tiene que hacer frente a los enfrentamientos que hay en su reino entre Los Cuervos y las Hadas.
Lucy, por su parte, descubre que sigue siendo normal, pero que su vida también está vinculada a este mundo, no sólo por su mejor amiga, sino también por el pasado de su madre. Y, a pesar de su debilidad, se verá involucrada en los enfrentamientos al ser secuestrada por Los Cuervos para hacer que Soli vaya en su búsqueda.
Por este motivo, a lo largo de la historia, Soli lucha tanto por Lucy (que en este mundo se debilita por el hecho de ser humana) como por su reino y además comprenderá mejor a su madre Calandra (y los motivos que la llevaron a ser "malvada") algo esencial para el desarrollo de la trilogía, ya que la historia de Calandra y la madre de Lucy, Andria, es necesaria para entender el por qué de todo lo que pasa en este mundo de fantasía y es la principal trama de la historia.
En general todo el libro sigue estando escrito de una manera sencilla y cercana. Beth Bracken y Kay Fraser han desarrollado un planteamiento que explica y encaja a la perfección con la historia y el trasfondo fantástico que contiene, pero reconozco que no me ha llegado a gustar tanto tanto como el primer libro... quizás sea porque no avanza demasiado en la trama, pero como segundo libro de una trilogía, creo que es un libro un poco introductorio y explicativo hasta el desenlace del último libro.
Pero sigo destacando las ilustraciones de Odessa Sawyer, que son páginas completas a todo color de los eventos de la historia y completa la obra con páginas extras decoradas con motivos de plumajes para hacer una bella edición, a la que merece la pena echarle un vistazo.
Reseña completa en http://chibiakasworld.blogspot.com/20...
July 18, 2013
3.5 STARS
This book picks up right where Wish left off. Soli has discovered she's a real life fairy princess, and she and her best friend Lucy must travel back to the fairy kingdom to attempt to save it from those who would see it destroyed. Unfortunately for them both, Soli may be forced to make a choice that will change their friendship forever.
I liked this book just as much as the first. It's a very fast read with gorgeous illustrations, although this sequel didn't have as many pictures as the first book did.
The book is split between Soli and Lucy's points of view, along with a couple of others thrown in to get the entire picture of what's going on. I'm glad I finally got to learn the trush about the seemingly evil queen. No one was really as they seemed in this book.
Soli must decide if she's going to leave her familiar home behind, or becaome the queen of the fairy people who desperately need one. The girls both have a lot of growing up to do, and I think they're on their way.
This book picks up right where Wish left off. Soli has discovered she's a real life fairy princess, and she and her best friend Lucy must travel back to the fairy kingdom to attempt to save it from those who would see it destroyed. Unfortunately for them both, Soli may be forced to make a choice that will change their friendship forever.
I liked this book just as much as the first. It's a very fast read with gorgeous illustrations, although this sequel didn't have as many pictures as the first book did.
The book is split between Soli and Lucy's points of view, along with a couple of others thrown in to get the entire picture of what's going on. I'm glad I finally got to learn the trush about the seemingly evil queen. No one was really as they seemed in this book.
Soli must decide if she's going to leave her familiar home behind, or becaome the queen of the fairy people who desperately need one. The girls both have a lot of growing up to do, and I think they're on their way.
September 6, 2013
This is the second book in a series about Soli and Lucy and their adventures in faery. These aren't the sweet faeries little girls dream of, they are faeries who are good and evil in a land that contains dangers that can destroy you. It's also a story about the power of friendship.
Soli and Lucy are trapped in faery and, though Soli is treated as someone special, Lucy begins to fall ill and is manipulated by a group of faeries called the Crows. What can Soli do to help her friend? Can't say much more without ruining the story.
The illustrations in this book are breathtaking. For the art alone, this book is worth having. The story can also be enjoyed by adults, but I could imagine while reading it that it would be a delightful story to read with the child in your life.
Soli and Lucy are trapped in faery and, though Soli is treated as someone special, Lucy begins to fall ill and is manipulated by a group of faeries called the Crows. What can Soli do to help her friend? Can't say much more without ruining the story.
The illustrations in this book are breathtaking. For the art alone, this book is worth having. The story can also be enjoyed by adults, but I could imagine while reading it that it would be a delightful story to read with the child in your life.
August 27, 2014
Two and a half stars. The two comes from the illustrations, and the half comes from the fact that something actually could have been done with this plot if it was well written. However, it read as though written by a twelve- or thirteen-year-old. I know because I still have some I my old writing around here for comparison.
October 22, 2014
This is the second book in the series Faerieground and continues the stories if Soli and Lucy. The artwork is positively gorgeous and would definitely captivate apprehensive readers. The story itself is fairly weak and the ending leaves a lot to be desired.
not-for-me
August 20, 2013DNF the first book, Wish, and this is written similarly.
December 25, 2014
Underbara bilder, handlingen - inte så mycket. :(
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