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kaelyn_simone's review
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
kraley's review against another edition
4.0
This is a great pre-teen book. I loved all of the magic and the lovely characters.
beyondevak's review against another edition
5.0
Hard copy, here I come!
This book was so brilliant. I thoroughly enjoyed the writing and creativity. It's a new favorite for me. I'm certain kids of all ages will appreciate it.
NetGalley
This book was so brilliant. I thoroughly enjoyed the writing and creativity. It's a new favorite for me. I'm certain kids of all ages will appreciate it.
NetGalley
sunsess's review against another edition
4.0
I must admit - though I am now a young adult, my heart still years for simpler stories. Ones where creativity is whimsical and silly, where instead of the name Sally you get Sunpie and Jerry Jelly-Belly, and where the characters still believe their dreams are just a wish away. This is that book. A book with the entertainment factor of a kids book, but the writing style of a teen/YA book. The only part I didn't like was the resolution, which wasn't bad, but felt like it could've been better. Of course I'd already had a couple of endings written in my head so that probably influenced things. XD
Overall, great book. I will definitely be reading the second one. 4 cows!
Overall, great book. I will definitely be reading the second one. 4 cows!
liz_towery's review against another edition
5.0
I would put this book is the same group as Ella Enchanted. It was fun and magical and kept you guessing. I definitely recommend it to any one looking for a fun read.
jennifermreads's review against another edition
3.0
When Darling is promoted to Under-Presser, she finds herself working among the princess’ extravagant and closely guarded wardrobe. But one closet always remains unlocked and, as Darling wanders among the fabrics, she longs to try on just one of these discarded dresses. And when she slips it on and looks in the mirror, she finds she has been transformed into the Head-Scrubber. Will these dresses help her find the adventure she always has longed to have?
It is rare to find a girl who does not long to melt into fairy tales and become a part of their story. If the Magic Fits will fulfill that dream for many a young girl: enchanted castles, fierce but frozen in time dragons, fantastical tales, and, yes, magical dresses. Darling is a young orphan who, when her mother dies in childbirth, is raised by the Under-Stairs staff. She is loved and protected and her head is filled with stories. Those stories often distract her, and, one day, in a fit of rage over Darling’s inattention, the Head-Scrubber thrusts her into the service of the pressers: those charged with ironing the princess’ linens and clothes. That move to the upstairs puts Darling in the position to find the magical dresses and, of course, the dastardly plot that only she can uncover!
Darling is an easy character to love. She is strong and capable, she’s being bullied by her peers, she longs for more from life, and she is easily distracted by stories and lore. All of these qualities will endear her to young readers and the magical elements are sure to enchant them as well.
This is another one that I cannot put my finger on what held it to an “it was good” rating rather than a four-or-five star rating. I wish my own library stocked the series as I definitely can see myself recommending it but I just didn’t love it enough personally to want to read more of the series.
It is rare to find a girl who does not long to melt into fairy tales and become a part of their story. If the Magic Fits will fulfill that dream for many a young girl: enchanted castles, fierce but frozen in time dragons, fantastical tales, and, yes, magical dresses. Darling is a young orphan who, when her mother dies in childbirth, is raised by the Under-Stairs staff. She is loved and protected and her head is filled with stories. Those stories often distract her, and, one day, in a fit of rage over Darling’s inattention, the Head-Scrubber thrusts her into the service of the pressers: those charged with ironing the princess’ linens and clothes. That move to the upstairs puts Darling in the position to find the magical dresses and, of course, the dastardly plot that only she can uncover!
Darling is an easy character to love. She is strong and capable, she’s being bullied by her peers, she longs for more from life, and she is easily distracted by stories and lore. All of these qualities will endear her to young readers and the magical elements are sure to enchant them as well.
This is another one that I cannot put my finger on what held it to an “it was good” rating rather than a four-or-five star rating. I wish my own library stocked the series as I definitely can see myself recommending it but I just didn’t love it enough personally to want to read more of the series.
booksnorkel's review against another edition
4.0
Darling Dimple has been picked to be the newest laundress for the princess. Darling Dimple has been picked to be in charge of the Princesses beloved Canary. Darling Dimple has been picked to save the castle from those who wish to destroy it. Darling Dimple has no idea what she is doing.
A fun story about a girl who discovers a magical closet that has 100 dresses, but when you put them on the dress transforms you into someone else! Darling has to use the magic of the castle to save the kingdom. This is a cute fun story for girls in third grade on up. This book had a few plot holes, mostly involving how the dress magic worked, but it is still a great little story and I can’t wait to read the next one in the series.
A fun story about a girl who discovers a magical closet that has 100 dresses, but when you put them on the dress transforms you into someone else! Darling has to use the magic of the castle to save the kingdom. This is a cute fun story for girls in third grade on up. This book had a few plot holes, mostly involving how the dress magic worked, but it is still a great little story and I can’t wait to read the next one in the series.