Aidan of Oren: The Elf Princess

Aidan of Oren #2

by Alan St. Jean

It is the age of the elves. It is the age of mystery. Aidan, a child of unique birth and destiny, has traveled with his friends to a land of endless beauty and charm in search of an ancient secret. The Guardians, great dragons that have kept the peace for thousands of years, have disappeared. Where have they gone, and why? A celebration for the ages is at hand, an Elf Princess will soon be revealed, and an old, curious mouse holds the key to it all.

Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult

227 pages, Library Binding

First published February 14, 2006

Reviews

[Carol · Rating 1 out of 5]

First book was decent, but bland. This one got somehow both blander and stranger at the same time. The elves don't actually teach Aidan anything even though that was the whole reason Aidan went to them. Noam does any teaching that occurs and even that is minimal. Also, how on earth do the elves not know their "Princess" Lira is a fake? Seriously, how can the elves not identify their own ruler? Have they never met her before?!

[Celea · Rating 4 out of 5]

A mythologically diverse children's story that expertly balances serious plot with tension cutting humor. Even for a children's book, it has plot points that are challenging for an adult to predict. Quite enjoyable, with excellent pacing.

[Andrea · Rating 1 out of 5]

I'm not a fan of this series. The dialogue isn't believable, plot drags on to infinity, and nothing is left to the imagination. The bird is annoying the crap out of me, and I'm still trying to figure out why Lilly is a character. McKenzie's role in this book has me scratching my head, too.

The only question now is... do I push through the third?

[Amy · Rating 1 out of 5]

No....tried picking it up several times but could not force myself to read it. I have better books to occupy my time!