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The World of Emily Windsnap #3
The World of Emily Windsnap: The Truth About Aaron
After his pendant goes missing, semi-mer Aaron and his friends discover a family secret in this early reader based on the New York Times best-selling Emily Windsnap novels.
Aaron wishes he were special like his best friends, Emily Windsnap and Shona Silkfin, but nothing exciting ever happens at his castle in the middle of the ocean. That is, until a massive, mysterious ship docks at the castle and all the crew members are suspiciously interested in Aaron’s trident pendant. One even asks to take a closer look at it . . . then doesn’t give it back! Luckily, Emily and Shona are there to help, swimming to the ship with Aaron to retrieve his stolen keepsake. But once onboard, Aaron is shocked to discover the royal meaning behind it. Based on the New York Times best-selling series by Liz Kessler, this newest underwater story for young readers promises mystery, adventure, and—as Aaron comes to realize—the most special thing of all: friendship.
Aaron wishes he were special like his best friends, Emily Windsnap and Shona Silkfin, but nothing exciting ever happens at his castle in the middle of the ocean. That is, until a massive, mysterious ship docks at the castle and all the crew members are suspiciously interested in Aaron’s trident pendant. One even asks to take a closer look at it . . . then doesn’t give it back! Luckily, Emily and Shona are there to help, swimming to the ship with Aaron to retrieve his stolen keepsake. But once onboard, Aaron is shocked to discover the royal meaning behind it. Based on the New York Times best-selling series by Liz Kessler, this newest underwater story for young readers promises mystery, adventure, and—as Aaron comes to realize—the most special thing of all: friendship.
64 pages, Paperback
Published April 11, 2023
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Liz Kessler
78 books956 followersLiz Kessler is the author of three novels about Philippa Fisher as well as the NEW YORK TIMES best-selling Emily Windsnap series. She lives in Manchester, England.
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August 9, 2023
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In this third book in The World of Emily Windsnap series, an emerging reader prequel to the middle grade one, we catch up with Shona and Emily as they travel to Aaron's island to visit him. Their friend's mother is having a party, and the trio swim around the large ship that is on its way to the island. They overhear men on deck talking about searching for something, and when they meet the men, who look a lot like pirates, they are alarmed. At dinner, one of them admires Aaron's necklace at asks to see it, and it isn't until later that Aaron realizes he hasn't given it back. Suspecting the worst, the three set out to solve the mystery. When Aaron goes on board the ship and is apprehended by the men, Shona and Emily go to his mother for help. What is the big secret?
Well, I wouldn't want to spoil it, but it's nowhere near as serious as our intrepid merfriends think it is! This is a fun story that sheds light on the origins of Aaron, and has just enough suspense for young readers. This is similar in length to Butler's King and Kayla series, Thorpe and Kristy's Disney Fairies, or Malcolm's classic The Ruby Princess. Young readers who want some fantasy that isn't too difficult to read will love the adventure and camraderie in this beautifully illustrated title.
In this third book in The World of Emily Windsnap series, an emerging reader prequel to the middle grade one, we catch up with Shona and Emily as they travel to Aaron's island to visit him. Their friend's mother is having a party, and the trio swim around the large ship that is on its way to the island. They overhear men on deck talking about searching for something, and when they meet the men, who look a lot like pirates, they are alarmed. At dinner, one of them admires Aaron's necklace at asks to see it, and it isn't until later that Aaron realizes he hasn't given it back. Suspecting the worst, the three set out to solve the mystery. When Aaron goes on board the ship and is apprehended by the men, Shona and Emily go to his mother for help. What is the big secret?
Well, I wouldn't want to spoil it, but it's nowhere near as serious as our intrepid merfriends think it is! This is a fun story that sheds light on the origins of Aaron, and has just enough suspense for young readers. This is similar in length to Butler's King and Kayla series, Thorpe and Kristy's Disney Fairies, or Malcolm's classic The Ruby Princess. Young readers who want some fantasy that isn't too difficult to read will love the adventure and camraderie in this beautifully illustrated title.
December 11, 2025
This is a good early reader book that continues the story of Shona and Emily, but focuses on Aaron. When Aaron meets some pirates, he lets them see his necklace, but then they take it with them and he wants to get it back. All turns out well in the end. It is nice that this book centers a boy character and the story has some plot interest for younger readers.
June 30, 2024
This was such a cute book that Emmy and I read together ! Emma’s favorite part was when Aaron turned into a mermaid and Mine was when he found his dad.
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April 19, 2025
My 3 yo son & 5 yo daughter LOVE these books!! They are cute with nice, simple stories that are not super condescending. We all enjoy these!
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