Rainbow Magic Special Edition: Gabriella the Snow Kingdom Fairy

Special Edition Fairies #9

by Daisy Meadows

Three sparkly stories in one Rainbow Magic book, just in time for Christmas!

What's wrong with winter?

Gabriella the Snow Kingdom Fairy's magic objects are missing, and winter break could be ruined for everyone! Gabriella knows that Jack Frost and his goblins are behind all the trouble. They've stolen her magic snowflake, festive spirit, and firestone. Now winter isn't a wonderland --- it's a mess!
Can Rachel and Kirsty help their new fairy friend? Or will their ski lodge vacation be extra-chilly, snow-free . . . and no fun?
Find the missing objects in all three stories inside this Rainbow Magic Special Edition, and help keep winter magical!

Genres: Childrens, Fantasy, Fairies, Chapter Books, Christmas, Middle Grade, Magic

176 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published September 1, 2008

About the author

Daisy Meadows is the pseudonym used for the four writers of the Rainbow Magic children's series: Narinder Dhami, Sue Bentley, Linda Chapman, and Sue Mongredien. Rainbow Magic features differing groups of fairies as main characters, including the Jewel fairies, Weather fairies, Pet fairies, Petal fairies, and Sporty fairies.

Narinder Dhami was born in Wolverhampton, England on November 15, 1958. She received a degree in English from Birmingham University in 1980. After having taught in primary and secondary schools for several years she began to write full-time. Dhami has published many retellings of popular Disney stories and wrote the Animal Stars and Babes series, the latter about young British girls of Asian origin. She lives in Cambridge, England with her husband and cats.

Sue Bentley was born in Northampton, England. She worked in a library after completing her education and began writing for children once her own began school. Bentley is the author of the Magic Kitten, Magic Puppy, and S Club series and lives in Northamptonshire.

Linda Chapman has written over 50 children's fiction books, including the following series: My Secret Unicorn, Stardust, Not Quite a Mermaid, and Unicorn School. She lives in Leicestershire with her husband and daughters.

Sue Mongredien was born in 1970 and grew up in Nottingham, England. She has published over 100 children's books, including the following series: The Adventures of Captain Pugwash, The Magic Key, Frightful Families, and Oliver Moon. She has also contributed many titles to the Sleepover Club series and written picture books. Mongredien created the Royal Ballet School Diaries under the pen name Alexandra Moss. She lives with her family in Bath, England.

Reviews

[Harriet Bell · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was an amazing time reading it. I love the fire works at the end. But what I don't understand is why does Gabriella always have her arm in that thing. Apart from that it is one of the best books I've read excepted for Anna The Arctic Fox Fairy. You should read that one to.

[Grace]

Loved reading this with my sister 🥰

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[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked it. my favorite part was when Rachel and Kirsty gave Jack Frost a cake.

[Chiara · Rating 5 out of 5]

She has 3 missing objects of the Christmas Tree. Snow flake, fire place, bells. She is running against time to find them for the snow jubilee in the fairy kingdom.

[Natalie McMitchell · Rating 3 out of 5]

Predictable Storyline

It had a lot of stories in one book but I would give it a 4 star rating because even though it was good the story line and outcome was predictable.

[NoOneHasToKnow · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Gabriella the Snow Kingdom Fairy is an enchanting read that transports you to a magical winter world filled with wonder and adventure. The vivid descriptions and beautifully crafted characters bring the snowy landscape to life, making it impossible to put down. Gabriella’s journey of courage and friendship is both heartwarming and inspiring, reminding us of the true magic of believing in ourselves. This delightful story is perfect for readers of all ages who crave a dose of whimsy and holiday cheer. A truly captivating tale that deserves every one of its five stars!"

[Cat · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was great! I used to love these books when I was in primary school and when I visited my cousin she had this on her shelf. For old times sake I decided to read it to pass time. I forgot how simple and repetative the plots are but this book really took me back. Great for young readers, I really recommend this book!

[Maggie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found this book in the library a few days ago and I was so excited to find a Rainbow Magic book that I hadn't read yet. Just like all the other Rainbow Magic books, it's a great one! It's exciting because you never know what the goblins and Jack Frost are going to do next.

[Rylee · Rating 4 out of 5]

well I started to read these books in first grade me and my friend rylee loved these books so I thought I want to read some more of them and I read and the next day I went to the libary and got 8 more one of these books cause I loved them

[Abbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I like that Jack Frost has never been so nice. But the holiday spirit potion made him that way! I also liked that the goblins trade the magic firestone for a present for Jack Frost's party.

[Tiffany · Rating 4 out of 5]

My daughter sure enjoyed this one. She can't seem to get enough of the fairies.

[Zoe · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked that they dressed up in disguise in one part to get past the goblins. That chapter was my favourite part of the story.

[Mischa · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book was ok. by Mischa

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this book there was a girl named Kirsty and a girl named Rachel. They are best friends! One snowy day they went to the slopes. However the snow was to hard to ski or snowboard on. So soon they decided that they should throw snow balls instead, but the snow was so hard it really hurt. Then suddenly appeared a fairy. She said to Kirsty and Rachel that just because her magic snowflake is missing, and people cannot play with soft snow anymore. Rachel and Kirsty decided to help the fairy find her snowflake and have soft snow for the rest of the winter. Then the fairy said every year I put my snowflake on the Christmas tree in outside Fairyland Palace, but this morning it was gone and I saw Jack Frost’s goblin’s footprints around it. The only clue on how to find it is you need to see a white sparkly fluffy patch of snow that means my magic snowflake is near by. Suddenly Rachel saw a patch of white fluffy patch of snow is your magic snowflake there? She asked the fairy. Yes she replied. Rachel Kirsty and the fairy began walking to the forest, as the got deeper into the forest they saw Jack Frost’s goblins playing with perfectly fluffy snow unlike the one they saw earlier. Hey Rachel said to the fairy can you make us look like snowman so the goblins won’t recognize us. Sure said the fairy but don’t move so much if you move your snowman costume will vanish. Okay Rachel and Kirsty said. Then all of a sudden Kirsty and Rachel were all snowman! They walked over very slowly to the goblins and saw that they were playing with the magic snowflake. One goblin missed catching it and the snowflake was close to Rachel and Kirsty, so they dashed towards it. However their snowman costumes vanished and the goblins got the snowflake and escaped. Soon Kirsty and Rachel figured out they still had to find festive spirit, and a firestone when they can’t even get the magic snowflake! Will they be able to find all the things for the fairy, or will they not even find one? Find out in Rainbow Magic Gabriella The Snow Kingdom Fairy!!!

[alice. · Rating 2 out of 5]

read this for shits and giggles bc the girl I was babysitting had it on her shelf and I was bored out of mind and like ?? it's SO unhinged 😭

notes while reading bc I had a blast:

- the "evil" goblins do NOT seem that bad bffr...they're just underpaid employees who are sick and tired of their shit fairy overlord boss

- there is a random Promethean story arc in this children's book?? the MC's literally bring fire back to humanity WHAT

- Kirsty is clearly the superior character, what did Rachel do

- there is no discernable magic system, the fairies can seemingly conjure up whatever they want with unlimited energy ?? how have they not taken over the world yet

- obsessed with the idea that whenever this incredibly powerful seemingly godly magical fae creature needs help, she hits up two elementary school girls like ??

- ok ok so apparently there's this fairy world we can't see because we're too...big? like there's a quantum fairy realm that gets introduced halfway through that's never explained !! tell me more !!

- in love with the goblins' marshmallows being called gobmallows or whatever, 10/10 branding would buy

- so this book is split into 3 parts and each pt has a diff conflict and those driving conflicts are, i kid you not, in chronological order: the snow is too crunchy ❄️😔, we have no holiday cheer 🎄👎, and THE ENTIRE EARTH HAS BEEN ROBBED OF THE ELEMENT OF FIRE ITSELF ?? again, strangely promethean storyline for a kid's book

- still better than most contemporary adult fae romance books

[The Dragon Den Book Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

Daisy Meadows and her fairies are my childhood. I collected so many in my youth, knowing all the fairies and their importance, and sticking with the two special girls who go to be a part of the magic.
Years ago I had to give my beautiful collection away, now still part of my childhood school where little girls are picking their favourite fairies and playing pretend. It's fun to hear stories from my old teachers telling me how over the years so many students have grabbed these books and fallen in love with the tales of two girls, Jack Frost and the fabulous glittering magic that is the fairies.
On Christmas last year, my sister surprised me with a boxset of these books, but cause you cannot collect these darlings as easily anymore. I was over the moon!
If anyone has a little one who needs a little magic in their life, wants to read and needs a big creation to be hooked on...it is Daisy Meadows!

[Charlotte S · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rachel and Kirsty are going on a ski vacation for winter break! They're super excited until they get there...all the snow...it just seems...wrong. Something fishy is going on. To confirm their suspicions, Gabriella the Snow Kingdom Fairy shows up and tells them that nasty old Jack Frost is up to no good again. He's stolen her magic snowflake, her festive spirit, and her firestone, the three magical objects that make winter magical! Will Rachel and Kirsty be able to help Gabriella find them in time, or will winter be an outright flop? This is a cute book for ages 7-10 years old and is also a nice and quick read-aloud. Thanks for reading! Follow @bronteandwilder on Instagram for more fun book recommendations!

[Kevin Hogg · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book I've read from this series. It follows the same plot as the other--three items have been stolen, and the two girls need to get them back. Each quest happens in a self-contained set of five chapters, with illustrations on almost every page. I preferred this book, as the girls had to work harder--the items were more difficult to find, and they had to use clever thinking to retrieve each of them. I liked how the villain was developed (not scary--more pompous and silly) and the humour this created. The book moves quickly, keeping the reader entertained and interested. A great book for young readers.

[natalie398 · Rating 5 out of 5]

I count every single book I read and by golly these are no exceptions. I have been bringing them around campus with me, to the library as I study -- these books are a soothing balm, a little ice pack for my swollen brain as I stare at tiny, complicated words on the laptop all day. I highly recommend that if you are looking for something simple to settle your eyes with, these books are delightful. They are sweet and simple, with big, eye-resting words, and of course who wouldn't want to be friends with the fairies?

[Sophie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the sculpture of Jack Frost

[Jayne Chun · Rating 5 out of 5]

My favorite part of this book is when Gabriella lost the missing objects because I wanted to see what happened next. I think this book is super duper fun because it the main part of this book.

[Brenda Torres · Rating 5 out of 5]

My sister read this to me as I wrote her notes; it brought nostalgia, and reminded me of when i read all the books in series when I was in 3rd grade. #tb

[Natali]

Read dozens of these to my daughters. You can finish them in 1-2 days. They’re formulaic but the kids still love them.

[Kelly Latimer · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a cute first chapter book for my four year old. She’s into fairy’s and make believe fun.

[Bri]

Perfect if you want to read it with a younger sibling who is just starting to read chapter books.

[Katy Lovejoy · Rating 5 out of 5]

my kind of fairy

[Dolly · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this book in a stack of books our youngest wanted to give away. I did not remember reading it, and I have no idea how she got it. She says she read it, but it looks to be in new condition and I wouldn't be surprised if she outgrew it before she ever had a chance to read it.

It's a fast read, one of the Special Edition stories in the Rainbow Magic series of books by Daisy Meadows. These special edition books contain three stories in one book; this one has a winter theme, but not pertaining to any particular holiday.

Both of our girls read many of the books in this series and they really loved them. They have pretty much moved on to more substantial stories now (thank heavens!), but I am thrilled that they were so eager to read these books. I think the familiarity and repetition of the story lines is comforting for children just starting to read.

One of the ladies in my local book club shares my disdain for these books and we celebrated that our girls had grown out of them. Still, for as trite and formulaic as they are, I appreciate the fact that they inspired our girls to read and got them excited about books. For that I will truly be grateful.

I perused the pages, finishing the book in less than 10 minutes. It helps that the plots do not really ever change, just the minor details.

[Chloe]

this book is about getting 3 things back from the goblins to make winter fun. The things were: a snowflake, a festive spirit and a firestone. My favorite thing was when the goblins got scared of an ice sculpture of their master Jack Frost.

[Alexa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Go Gabriella go!! Otherwise known as GGg.