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Delphine and the Dark Thread
This sequel to Delphine and the Silver Needle delivers action, adventure, and magic in the most unexpected places.
Fresh off the heels of King Midnight's rat-army invasion at the Winterberry Ball, Delphine, Alexander, and Cornichonne are on the run, making their way through the far reaches of Peltinore. Unlikely allies pop up at every turn, but so do new enemies. While evading the rats hot on their tails, the trio uncovers new clues about the legendary Threaded tailor mice, including surprising discoveries about Delphine's magical needle. And as Delphine's powers grow stronger, she realizes she may need to head straight into Midnight's lair and confront the villain herself.
Will Delphine solve the mystery of the Threaded and save the kingdom from the nefarious rat king before it's too late?
Fresh off the heels of King Midnight's rat-army invasion at the Winterberry Ball, Delphine, Alexander, and Cornichonne are on the run, making their way through the far reaches of Peltinore. Unlikely allies pop up at every turn, but so do new enemies. While evading the rats hot on their tails, the trio uncovers new clues about the legendary Threaded tailor mice, including surprising discoveries about Delphine's magical needle. And as Delphine's powers grow stronger, she realizes she may need to head straight into Midnight's lair and confront the villain herself.
Will Delphine solve the mystery of the Threaded and save the kingdom from the nefarious rat king before it's too late?
320 pages, Hardcover
Published August 30, 2022
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Alyssa Moon
2 books49 followersAlyssa Moon grew up in the Pacific Northwest, which explains her undying enthusiasm for rainy weather. She does her best writing in tea shops, independent bookstores, and at home under her grapefruit tree. She lives in Southern California with her husband and her cat, Picklepop (the “real” Cornichonne). Delphine and the Silver Needle is her debut novel.
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October 19, 2021
I had enjoyed the first book with Delphine, this book had so much enjoyable elements. I loved that this became its own thing and just uses Cinderella as a stepping stone. I really enjoyed reading this book, it was action-packed and fun.
October 11, 2024
Not a bad follow-up, but left me with questions at the end...
This story picks up right where the first one had left off, and answers many of the questions posed in that preceding book. It's very engaging, but feels unfinished as well, as if there's supposed to be a third book in the series. On the whole, I enjoyed this book, but I'm not sure that I would add it to my collection.
This story picks up right where the first one had left off, and answers many of the questions posed in that preceding book. It's very engaging, but feels unfinished as well, as if there's supposed to be a third book in the series. On the whole, I enjoyed this book, but I'm not sure that I would add it to my collection.
March 11, 2023
The epic adventure of Cinderella's bravest mouse. My 10 year old gives it 5/5!!! It was the best book EVER. Now I need to read book #1 :)
February 26, 2022
Thank you to the publisher and netgalley for a complimentary earc to review!
I was excited to dive back into this Middle Grade Fantasy world. Delphine was a great character to read about in the first book and I liked that the plot tied into Cinderella, even if it was brief mentions. The sequel is just as fun and exciting as the first!
The book is told from two point-of-views, the rats and the mice. For the rats, it was usually King Midnight but there were two others that had their own as well. The mice one was mostly from Delphine but did have a few here and there from another that was tied to the past. The past point-of-view really helped to bridge the gap and give more details.
Delphine has grown since book one but she still continues to grow throughout this one as well. She must learn to believe in herself as much as those around her do. It isn’t always easy for her and it is something that is very relatable not just for children but also for adults. Delphine also needs to understand what is right and wrong and has to choose between gaining more power for the right reasons, but having that much power has consequences.
The plot is filled with a war of rats versus mice which started in book one but really takes off in this one. It is also filled with finding out about the past to figure out what the needle is used for and who Delphine is. It was exciting to see everything come together! There are some surprising twists that I honestly didn’t see coming.
I think my favorite part about this series is the messages that children can take away from it when it comes to kindness, bravery, and believing in yourself. Those things are so important!
Overall, this was another enjoyable book!
I was excited to dive back into this Middle Grade Fantasy world. Delphine was a great character to read about in the first book and I liked that the plot tied into Cinderella, even if it was brief mentions. The sequel is just as fun and exciting as the first!
The book is told from two point-of-views, the rats and the mice. For the rats, it was usually King Midnight but there were two others that had their own as well. The mice one was mostly from Delphine but did have a few here and there from another that was tied to the past. The past point-of-view really helped to bridge the gap and give more details.
Delphine has grown since book one but she still continues to grow throughout this one as well. She must learn to believe in herself as much as those around her do. It isn’t always easy for her and it is something that is very relatable not just for children but also for adults. Delphine also needs to understand what is right and wrong and has to choose between gaining more power for the right reasons, but having that much power has consequences.
The plot is filled with a war of rats versus mice which started in book one but really takes off in this one. It is also filled with finding out about the past to figure out what the needle is used for and who Delphine is. It was exciting to see everything come together! There are some surprising twists that I honestly didn’t see coming.
I think my favorite part about this series is the messages that children can take away from it when it comes to kindness, bravery, and believing in yourself. Those things are so important!
Overall, this was another enjoyable book!
January 14, 2022
Delphine and her ragtag group of adventures is still on the hunt to stop King Midnight. In this tale Delphine is faced with dealing with the fall out from the broken treaty, learning more about her origins, and trying to harness her magic. Can Delphine find out how to embrace her magic in time to bring down the evil King Midnight? Or will the fact that the treaty between mice and rats being broken put more obstacles in her way?
I think this book nicely tied together where the last book ended and continued Delphine's story. I loved how her discovering her past leads her to discover who she truly is and how she is going to deal with finally coming face to face with King Midnight. Nothing in this book is truly what it seems, and the flash back to the past tie so nicely into the final story that everything comes together so beautifully. As an older reader there were some pieces that I expected, but there are still a couple twists in this tale that you wouldn't expect. I think this is a perfect tale for any young reader looking for a daring adventure with a strong female lead.
Thank you so much to Disney and Netgalley for allowing me to read an advance copy of this title.
I think this book nicely tied together where the last book ended and continued Delphine's story. I loved how her discovering her past leads her to discover who she truly is and how she is going to deal with finally coming face to face with King Midnight. Nothing in this book is truly what it seems, and the flash back to the past tie so nicely into the final story that everything comes together so beautifully. As an older reader there were some pieces that I expected, but there are still a couple twists in this tale that you wouldn't expect. I think this is a perfect tale for any young reader looking for a daring adventure with a strong female lead.
Thank you so much to Disney and Netgalley for allowing me to read an advance copy of this title.
February 22, 2022
I received an electronic ARC from Disney Publishing Worldwide through NetGalley.
The second book in this series picks up shortly after the first one finished. Delphine, Alexander and Cornichonne are continuing their quest to locate King Midnight and save the mouse kingdom. As the story unfolds, readers travel with them as they engage with other characters and continue to develop their own friendships. Moon offers the opportunity to see that both the mice and the rats have their good and not so good traits. I appreciate this emphasis on the complexity of communities and finding balance and peace. As they travel, Delphine continues to practice her magic and learns how to make the needle do as she wishes. Sadly, she experiments with both love and hate/fear in her heart. She is too stubborn to listen to Alexander and Cornichonne's advice about working together as she convinces herself she must kill Midnight. The underlying tension as she wrestles with this allows readers to work through their own thoughts as well.
In the end, Midnight's former character is revealed and readers will see why the interlude stories have been woven into these two books. The Epilogue hints at further adventures to come as does some of the conversation in the final chapter at the royal ball.
The second book in this series picks up shortly after the first one finished. Delphine, Alexander and Cornichonne are continuing their quest to locate King Midnight and save the mouse kingdom. As the story unfolds, readers travel with them as they engage with other characters and continue to develop their own friendships. Moon offers the opportunity to see that both the mice and the rats have their good and not so good traits. I appreciate this emphasis on the complexity of communities and finding balance and peace. As they travel, Delphine continues to practice her magic and learns how to make the needle do as she wishes. Sadly, she experiments with both love and hate/fear in her heart. She is too stubborn to listen to Alexander and Cornichonne's advice about working together as she convinces herself she must kill Midnight. The underlying tension as she wrestles with this allows readers to work through their own thoughts as well.
In the end, Midnight's former character is revealed and readers will see why the interlude stories have been woven into these two books. The Epilogue hints at further adventures to come as does some of the conversation in the final chapter at the royal ball.
October 30, 2022
This series is sooo cute. I'm guessing from the ending there will be more books or at least spin-offs in the same universe...
I think I prefered the first one but this one tied up this part of the story in a satisfying way. The characters are cute, the story is cute and it's clearly aimed at children.
With my adult's gaze however, I saw a few problems that a child (clearly the target audience) probably wouldn't pick up on: first the plot goes along like a cork in the river, stuff happens without logic or reason and overall I felt it lacked some cohesiveness. Also I found it disturbing that the male love interest was all for the female MC to find her inner power only if that power was innofensive and all rainbow and sunshine but highly and vocally disapproved every time she tried to get some real power for herself. The moral is also dubious as But it's for kids and it's Disney so...
Overall it's a really cute story and I liked it a lot.
I think I prefered the first one but this one tied up this part of the story in a satisfying way. The characters are cute, the story is cute and it's clearly aimed at children.
With my adult's gaze however, I saw a few problems that a child (clearly the target audience) probably wouldn't pick up on: first the plot goes along like a cork in the river, stuff happens without logic or reason and overall I felt it lacked some cohesiveness. Also I found it disturbing that the male love interest was all for the female MC to find her inner power only if that power was innofensive and all rainbow and sunshine but highly and vocally disapproved every time she tried to get some real power for herself. The moral is also dubious as But it's for kids and it's Disney so...
Overall it's a really cute story and I liked it a lot.
September 4, 2022
This is the sequel to Delphine and the Silver Needle, but you don’t have to read the first book to know what is happening in this book. The author did a good job of weaving in the necessary details to thoroughly enjoy it. Of course, I do recommend starting with book one.
This middle-grade fantasy is action-packed. Delphine is easy to like, and her friends Alexander and Cornichonne are great.
Delphine must learn how to use the magic of the needle before King Midnight, the evil rat who has taken over the city, gains even more power. The journey isn’t easy. Not every friend can be trusted. Delphine’s biggest obstacle is learning to believe in herself. She is an ordinary mouse expected to do extraordinary things. The fate of the mice is in her hands. She faces each challenge with kindness and bravery and she has her friends to lean on when needed. This is a great message for kids, who are sure to devour the story and eagerly await the next book.
This was a fun and entertaining book.
Thank you to the publisher, author, and RockStar Book Tours for the complemetary ARC.
This middle-grade fantasy is action-packed. Delphine is easy to like, and her friends Alexander and Cornichonne are great.
Delphine must learn how to use the magic of the needle before King Midnight, the evil rat who has taken over the city, gains even more power. The journey isn’t easy. Not every friend can be trusted. Delphine’s biggest obstacle is learning to believe in herself. She is an ordinary mouse expected to do extraordinary things. The fate of the mice is in her hands. She faces each challenge with kindness and bravery and she has her friends to lean on when needed. This is a great message for kids, who are sure to devour the story and eagerly await the next book.
This was a fun and entertaining book.
Thank you to the publisher, author, and RockStar Book Tours for the complemetary ARC.
December 8, 2022
This book was received as an ARC from Disney Publishing Worldwide - Disney Hyperion through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.
I am usually not a fan of sequels, but Delphine and the Dark Thread was an adventurous sequel that was worth reading from beginning to end. In my review of Delphine and the Silver Needle, I could not help but picture a modern, contemporary version of The Great Mouse Detective, but I think this was more exciting and more modern which made it even more enjoyable. I am also not always a fan of introducing a exuberant number of new characters in a sequel due to its difficulty following along disrupting the flow of the plot. The method Alyssa Moon used while structuring Delphine and the Dark Thread was brilliantly completed, and it was evident that she was thinking of her target audience when writing this book. I can totally seeing this book series turning into a movie sooner than later.
An enticing story to empower us all even at the size of mice. This book deserves 5 stars.
I am usually not a fan of sequels, but Delphine and the Dark Thread was an adventurous sequel that was worth reading from beginning to end. In my review of Delphine and the Silver Needle, I could not help but picture a modern, contemporary version of The Great Mouse Detective, but I think this was more exciting and more modern which made it even more enjoyable. I am also not always a fan of introducing a exuberant number of new characters in a sequel due to its difficulty following along disrupting the flow of the plot. The method Alyssa Moon used while structuring Delphine and the Dark Thread was brilliantly completed, and it was evident that she was thinking of her target audience when writing this book. I can totally seeing this book series turning into a movie sooner than later.
An enticing story to empower us all even at the size of mice. This book deserves 5 stars.
February 1, 2023
3.5/5. While I'm scoring it slightly lower then the first book I still really enjoyed this one. The biggest issue is that it's not quite as fantastical as the first book. The tone is darker this time around compared to the first book so that's to be expected, yet at the same time its technically a Disney book so there's only so far it could have gone. Its giving me mixed feelings but I'm sure there are other people out there that get what I mean. By the time things get wrapped up the nice vibe that the first book had throughout most of the story is back and all is right in Delphine's world yet again. And quite frankly I'm glad of it as in most books that I read things have changed too drastically for it to be an option. If you were a fan of the first book then you should definitely check out this book. It feels like Delphine's story is completed but it seems possible that there could be spin offs featuring other characters if the epilogue is anything to go by. Delphine's story turned out to be far better than I thought it would be and it was a nice tale of adventure.
September 30, 2022
What I liked:
The book is told from two point-of-views, the rats and the mice. The plot is filled with a war of rats versus mice which started in book one but took off in this one. Beyond the battle is the quest to figure out the needle's powers and delphine's past. She must learn to believe in herself as much as those around her do. It isn't always easy for her, and it is very relatable, not just for children but also for adults. Delphine also needs to understand right and wrong and has to choose between gaining more power for the right reasons, but having that much power has consequences.
Final Verdict:
This book has a darker feel compared to the first book, which is mainly a setup book for the series. If you loved book one, then book two will be a delight as Delphine takes on the Rat King and finds out all about who she is and who the threaded are
The book is told from two point-of-views, the rats and the mice. The plot is filled with a war of rats versus mice which started in book one but took off in this one. Beyond the battle is the quest to figure out the needle's powers and delphine's past. She must learn to believe in herself as much as those around her do. It isn't always easy for her, and it is very relatable, not just for children but also for adults. Delphine also needs to understand right and wrong and has to choose between gaining more power for the right reasons, but having that much power has consequences.
Final Verdict:
This book has a darker feel compared to the first book, which is mainly a setup book for the series. If you loved book one, then book two will be a delight as Delphine takes on the Rat King and finds out all about who she is and who the threaded are
February 23, 2022
*Disclaimer I have received a free copy of this book and it will not affect my thoughts or feelings towards it.*
I was very excited for this book to come out and it did not disappoint at all. It picks up right where it left off getting you right back into the action. Delphine's character growth is amazingly done and you really get to watch her bloom and see her discover hate isn't the solution to anything. The characters are just as amazing as they were in the previous book making you laugh out loud a couple times. The plot twists in the book I think were done very well even though I was able to predict them. The ending was a nice tie up to the story but leaves the door open for the future of Delphine and her friends and what will await them in the future. Overall 4.5/5 stars!
I was very excited for this book to come out and it did not disappoint at all. It picks up right where it left off getting you right back into the action. Delphine's character growth is amazingly done and you really get to watch her bloom and see her discover hate isn't the solution to anything. The characters are just as amazing as they were in the previous book making you laugh out loud a couple times. The plot twists in the book I think were done very well even though I was able to predict them. The ending was a nice tie up to the story but leaves the door open for the future of Delphine and her friends and what will await them in the future. Overall 4.5/5 stars!
March 7, 2025
A thrilling (perchance surprising?) conclusion to the story that began in Delphine and the Silver Needle ... with perhaps a possibility for more to come?
Delphine and Alexander are too adorable, and Cornichonne the cat is all the things. The characters make this, and I love the complex animal world existing in the background of Disney's Cinderella. It continues to amaze that this level of fantasy is geared toward MG readers, because elements are very intense - and Delphine and Alexander read as older. But still. Entirely enjoyable.
Delphine and Alexander are too adorable, and Cornichonne the cat is all the things. The characters make this, and I love the complex animal world existing in the background of Disney's Cinderella. It continues to amaze that this level of fantasy is geared toward MG readers, because elements are very intense - and Delphine and Alexander read as older. But still. Entirely enjoyable.
December 13, 2021
Thank you to Disney Publishing Worldwide and NetGalley for the e-ARC!
I enjoyed this follow up to Delphine’s first adventure, I felt like it continued the story very naturally and brought it to a satisfying conclusion, (though it seems there is possibly room for more story). I really liked reading about the adventure the characters went on and I liked how the story wrapped up nicely at the end and we got a few more mentions of Cinderella and Gus and Jaq. I also liked reading about the relationship between Delphine and Alexander, it was very cute. Overall a great enjoyable read!
I enjoyed this follow up to Delphine’s first adventure, I felt like it continued the story very naturally and brought it to a satisfying conclusion, (though it seems there is possibly room for more story). I really liked reading about the adventure the characters went on and I liked how the story wrapped up nicely at the end and we got a few more mentions of Cinderella and Gus and Jaq. I also liked reading about the relationship between Delphine and Alexander, it was very cute. Overall a great enjoyable read!
September 15, 2022
I was excited to be back in this fantasy world! This book ties in nicely with the last book. Delphine is a wonderful character to follow! She has grown throughout both of the books! The story does a little bit of a Cinderella theme but it's very small. The author did a great job putting her own spin on it! There were a couple surprising twists and everything came together nicely! Hopefully there will be more adventures with Delphine! Thank you Rockstar Book Tours and Alyssa Moon for sharing this book with me!
November 1, 2021
A delightful book for young and old alike. My grandson who is 7, helped to read and enjoy this. The children are highly likeable. Love the story! Thanks #netgalley and #DisneyPublishingWorldwide for the eARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are mine.
November 7, 2022
Loved it!
December 28, 2022
Ending felt a little rushed. Will there be a book three?
March 22, 2023
This was a decent follow up to the first one. It ends where it could wrap up or if the author wants to continue she could.
October 21, 2023
A fun side story to Cinderella
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December 13, 2021
This novel was a charming Middle Grade book and I was excited when I was offered Delphine and The Dark Thread by NetGalley, Disney Publishing, and the author Alyssa Moonto to read and write an honest review. I had just finished reading book one, Delphine and The Silver Needle, which, I purchased for my personal library .Book one, we are introduced to Delphine as a pinkie mouse, and she was placed on the steps Cinderella's Chateau. Lying next to Delphine was a human size needle, and this became a great mystery. The novel was not a retelling of Cinderella, rather it was a story of a mouse named Delphene, her friend Alexander, and thier transportation via a cat named Cornichonne. The first book ends as a set up for book two, I feel like the novels need to be read together and not as seperate stand alone novel.
Book two was slightly darker than book one, where Delphine and her friends were on a journey. The novel opened with the rats having a battle with the mice. The rats are in search of the needle, and serve King Midnight and as the Monarch, he demands that he should possess the silver needle. Delphine was driven to find the King and figure out how to stop him from possessing the needle' and its magic.. The novel was filled with adventure and many additional characters made up for a fun story,.. I enjoyed the novel so much that I preordred this version to add to my previous novel. As a result, I give this novel a five out of five stars.
Book two was slightly darker than book one, where Delphine and her friends were on a journey. The novel opened with the rats having a battle with the mice. The rats are in search of the needle, and serve King Midnight and as the Monarch, he demands that he should possess the silver needle. Delphine was driven to find the King and figure out how to stop him from possessing the needle' and its magic.. The novel was filled with adventure and many additional characters made up for a fun story,.. I enjoyed the novel so much that I preordred this version to add to my previous novel. As a result, I give this novel a five out of five stars.
July 3, 2023
Following on from the first book, Delphine and The Silver Needle, the sequel continues the Lord of the Rings-style quest; delivering action, adventure, and magic in the most unexpected places.
For newcomers to the series, Silver Needle introduces us to Delphine; a young, orphaned dressmaker mouse living in the walls of Cinderella’s chateau. After being summoned to the castle for a dress consultation by Princess Petits-Oiseaux, Delphine stumbles upon a life-changing secret that sheds light on her mysterious past as well as the disappearance of the magical tailor mice of legend known as the Threaded. When fearsome rat King Midnight gets wind of Delphine’s quest, Delphine and her pompous traveling companion Alexander must work hard and fast to find answers and stay ahead of King Midnight and his henchrats. Full of strange enemies, unlikely allies and more than one brush with death, Delphine must be braver than she ever imagined in order to save the kingdom.
Dark Thread starts fresh off the heels of King Midnight's rat-army invasion at the Winterberry Ball. Delphine, Alexander, and Cornichonne are on the run, making their way through the far reaches of Peltinore. Unlikely allies pop up at every turn, but so do new enemies. While evading the rats hot on their tails, the trio uncovers new clues about the legendary Threaded tailor mice, including surprising discoveries about Delphine's magical needle. As Delphine's powers grow stronger, she realizes she may need to head straight into Midnight's lair and confront the villain herself.
Dark Thread is another beautifully written book and a worthy continuation of the epic adventure that begins in Silver Needle. Moon again peppers in poetry, songs, interludes, and different points of view to give readers a broader grasp of the story. The mystery of Elodie and Rien’s friendship in the past and how it impacts Delphine and her mission in the present is revealed in this book and is my favorite part of the tale. Their story is neatly intertwined with the main plot, and Delphine’s discoveries about her past and theirs become the reader’s own.
There are two prongs of Dark Thread that serve as the overall motivations for the story which young readers will likely find compelling: Delphine’s immediate quest to confront and defeat Midnight, and Delphine’s personal quest to uncover the secrets of the Threaded and learn more about herself. Both prongs contain magic and mischief; trial and tribulation. They also weigh in on the significance of personal choices. These themes will confront-but-delight young readers.
The relationships between Delphine, Alexander and Cornichonne, as well as other characters, also deepens and enriches the saga. Delphine’s heated, anxious disposition is tempered by calm Ysabeau, the princess’s “pawmaid”, and by jovial, light-hearted Alexander. The challenges the characters face in this book are more intense and the journey feels much longer. Similarly to Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, the story did slow down and dwindle at certain points which I attribute to being a “middle” book. However, the value of the story is not lost and it wraps up neatly – it also packs a punch with a big reveal at the end.
For newcomers to the series, Silver Needle introduces us to Delphine; a young, orphaned dressmaker mouse living in the walls of Cinderella’s chateau. After being summoned to the castle for a dress consultation by Princess Petits-Oiseaux, Delphine stumbles upon a life-changing secret that sheds light on her mysterious past as well as the disappearance of the magical tailor mice of legend known as the Threaded. When fearsome rat King Midnight gets wind of Delphine’s quest, Delphine and her pompous traveling companion Alexander must work hard and fast to find answers and stay ahead of King Midnight and his henchrats. Full of strange enemies, unlikely allies and more than one brush with death, Delphine must be braver than she ever imagined in order to save the kingdom.
Dark Thread starts fresh off the heels of King Midnight's rat-army invasion at the Winterberry Ball. Delphine, Alexander, and Cornichonne are on the run, making their way through the far reaches of Peltinore. Unlikely allies pop up at every turn, but so do new enemies. While evading the rats hot on their tails, the trio uncovers new clues about the legendary Threaded tailor mice, including surprising discoveries about Delphine's magical needle. As Delphine's powers grow stronger, she realizes she may need to head straight into Midnight's lair and confront the villain herself.
Dark Thread is another beautifully written book and a worthy continuation of the epic adventure that begins in Silver Needle. Moon again peppers in poetry, songs, interludes, and different points of view to give readers a broader grasp of the story. The mystery of Elodie and Rien’s friendship in the past and how it impacts Delphine and her mission in the present is revealed in this book and is my favorite part of the tale. Their story is neatly intertwined with the main plot, and Delphine’s discoveries about her past and theirs become the reader’s own.
There are two prongs of Dark Thread that serve as the overall motivations for the story which young readers will likely find compelling: Delphine’s immediate quest to confront and defeat Midnight, and Delphine’s personal quest to uncover the secrets of the Threaded and learn more about herself. Both prongs contain magic and mischief; trial and tribulation. They also weigh in on the significance of personal choices. These themes will confront-but-delight young readers.
The relationships between Delphine, Alexander and Cornichonne, as well as other characters, also deepens and enriches the saga. Delphine’s heated, anxious disposition is tempered by calm Ysabeau, the princess’s “pawmaid”, and by jovial, light-hearted Alexander. The challenges the characters face in this book are more intense and the journey feels much longer. Similarly to Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, the story did slow down and dwindle at certain points which I attribute to being a “middle” book. However, the value of the story is not lost and it wraps up neatly – it also packs a punch with a big reveal at the end.
January 19, 2025
In this conclusion to Delphine and the Silver Needle, we continue following Delphine on her journey to find out what happened to her parents and who the Threaded are.
This book was much darker than the first, and the adventure isn't going the way Delphine would prefer. She faces loss, betrayal, and even threat from those who adored the Threaded.
I enjoyed the second novel more than I did the first and even caught myself crying from the stress and anxiety it caused. Seeing the past and knowing it could have gone differently hurt.
One thing I did highly enjoy is that this book did give us a bit of a glance at a possible future book if Ms. Moon wanted to continue. Whether this becomes a trilogy or stays a duology, I enjoyed the ride!
This book was much darker than the first, and the adventure isn't going the way Delphine would prefer. She faces loss, betrayal, and even threat from those who adored the Threaded.
I enjoyed the second novel more than I did the first and even caught myself crying from the stress and anxiety it caused. Seeing the past and knowing it could have gone differently hurt.
One thing I did highly enjoy is that this book did give us a bit of a glance at a possible future book if Ms. Moon wanted to continue. Whether this becomes a trilogy or stays a duology, I enjoyed the ride!
February 4, 2024
Great book for upper elementary students. It has some original concepts within a plot that's familiar enough to set readers immediately at ease. It's got action, adventure, internal and external conflicts, friendship and a touch of romance.
May 6, 2025
A wonderful ending to the series about how Delphine found her roots and ended Midnight’s terror
July 5, 2023
Love the bats.
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December 13, 2023WHAT!?!
Why has no one reviewed this MASTERPIECE?
The bats are SO nice.
luv the backstory!
GO ALYSSA!
Why has no one reviewed this MASTERPIECE?
The bats are SO nice.
luv the backstory!
GO ALYSSA!
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