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tophat8855's review against another edition
5.0
I saw this at the library and decided that it sounded awesome (Margaret is wielding a sword on the cover!). And I read to my own little Margaret and it WAS awesome. I think I'll get this book for her: I love stories of strong women- especially women who come into a fight after their boyfriend already got killed by the giant and then finish off the giant themselves. Too many love stories have helpless heroines who need to be saved by a man. It's not often you find a gem where the man needs saving by a woman. :)
jaij7's review against another edition
5.0
I love this Irish Adventure. "What fools we are for thinking it must be a man who slays that great, dirty giant."
xsleepyshadows's review against another edition
3.0
Adventure, bravery, and fantasy! This book is an interesting Irish tale that would be a perfect addition with all the other fairy tales before bedtime! ~Ashley
earth_and_silver's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
optimaggie's review against another edition
5.0
Another excellent Irish tale. It is full of adventure, danger and bravery. A very fun read-aloud.
emiged's review against another edition
4.0
Margaret is a brave, self-sufficient young woman. She craves adventure and jumps at the chance to travel to far-away lands. She is willing to sacrifice herself to save the rest of those on the ship, but she doesn't submit quietly to being eaten by the sea serpent...she fights back and defeats it. When her prince fails to destroy the giant, she impulsively grabs the weapon and discovers that she is the prophesied champion. "What fools we are for thinking it must be a man who slays that great, dirty giant!" Another equal companionship in an action-filled fairy tale.
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carolsnotebook's review against another edition
4.0
Romance, danger, magic - it all boils down to a good story. It's a good read aloud for boys and girls. It's got enough adventure and monsters to keep any boy entertained and the brave, undaunted, more than competent Margaret is the kind of princess little girls will love.
You can find my whole review at my blog, Carol's Notebook.
You can find my whole review at my blog, Carol's Notebook.
akmargie's review against another edition
5.0
Would you ever doubt San Souci? A sweet, adventurous tale from Ireland with incredible illustrations.
vermidian's review against another edition
4.0
The story is good, but oh gosh those illustrations. I would buy murals of these illustrations. They’re absolutely gorgeous. I do love a story where a woman is the hero everyone’s been waiting for.