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jnishi's review against another edition
4.0
A fun and adorably magical read. Loved the first one and I loved to see the growth of the characters in the sequel. Solidly good read.
thebookdreamersalley's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
chronicacademia's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cannibalism
Moderate: Animal cruelty and Mental illness
Minor: Stalking
emileereadsbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Thank you Netgalley and Greenwillow Books for the gifted book I read along with the library audio.
Six months ago (in the previous book, Unseen Magic), Fin had to contend with the reality of magic in her hometown of Aldermere and save it from exploitation. But now, the magic is threatened when a team of myth-busters arrives in town to track down the rumored monster living there.
Instead of the relaxing spring break Fin has anticipated, Fin and her friends, find themselves in possession of a baby bigfood separated from her pack and launched onto a journey to keep the baby safe, hidden from the film crew in town, and protect their town in the process.
This is a story about friendship and secrets, and which ones are worth keeping and which are worth fighting for.
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I love some magical realism and although there are layers of magic in the land of Aldermere, it is grounded in reality and I can easily imagine walking through an unmarked door into somewhere I didn't intend to be. Emily Lloyd-Jones writes with such skill that her books are so easy and enjoyable to read. You are just happy to be on this reading journey. This book delivers a story that is easily digestible and isn't over inflated with boring details.
If you are looking for an entertaining middle grade read with just the right amount of magic and a message about loyalty and kindness, look no further, this one is worth the read.
Six months ago (in the previous book, Unseen Magic), Fin had to contend with the reality of magic in her hometown of Aldermere and save it from exploitation. But now, the magic is threatened when a team of myth-busters arrives in town to track down the rumored monster living there.
Instead of the relaxing spring break Fin has anticipated, Fin and her friends, find themselves in possession of a baby bigfood separated from her pack and launched onto a journey to keep the baby safe, hidden from the film crew in town, and protect their town in the process.
This is a story about friendship and secrets, and which ones are worth keeping and which are worth fighting for.
_____
I love some magical realism and although there are layers of magic in the land of Aldermere, it is grounded in reality and I can easily imagine walking through an unmarked door into somewhere I didn't intend to be. Emily Lloyd-Jones writes with such skill that her books are so easy and enjoyable to read. You are just happy to be on this reading journey. This book delivers a story that is easily digestible and isn't over inflated with boring details.
If you are looking for an entertaining middle grade read with just the right amount of magic and a message about loyalty and kindness, look no further, this one is worth the read.
aylea's review against another edition
3.0
Aldermere is a magical town, but that's not something that everybody gets to know. Quick visits from tourists are fine, but the locals know to keep the secrets to themselves. Even people who move in have to prove themselves before they are told the secrets of living there. So when a paranormal research team comes to see what they can find at the same time as mysterious giant footprints appear, Fin and her friends are determined to make sure that the magic of the town stays a secret. Unfortunately for them, keeping things is a lot harder when they find a baby bigfoot they need to reunite with its parents.
Unspoken Magic is the sequel to Unseen Magic, but reading them out of order would be fine. The book references the events in the first book, but the story and events are completely separate. While the first book has a lot to do with Fin coming to terms with her anxiety and learning that getting help for those things is okay, this book doesn't have that kind of focus. It's just a fun story about kids having an adventure in their magical town. Because of that, this book doesn't have as much of a grip and impact as the first one, but it's still. a fun read nonetheless.
The book is fairly simple. It doesn't have a lot of plotlines. It's simply about Fin and her friends trying to protect the town from the supernatural investigation team. That focus helps the book go by quickly, and nothing feels superfluous. It's cute and whimsical, and readers of the first book will likely enjoy this one too.
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for giving me a copy to review.
Unspoken Magic is the sequel to Unseen Magic, but reading them out of order would be fine. The book references the events in the first book, but the story and events are completely separate. While the first book has a lot to do with Fin coming to terms with her anxiety and learning that getting help for those things is okay, this book doesn't have that kind of focus. It's just a fun story about kids having an adventure in their magical town. Because of that, this book doesn't have as much of a grip and impact as the first one, but it's still. a fun read nonetheless.
The book is fairly simple. It doesn't have a lot of plotlines. It's simply about Fin and her friends trying to protect the town from the supernatural investigation team. That focus helps the book go by quickly, and nothing feels superfluous. It's cute and whimsical, and readers of the first book will likely enjoy this one too.
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for giving me a copy to review.
literarilyjess's review
5.0
Ohhh this was just as whimsical and enchanting as the first. Loved seeing Fin’s growth in this, and it expanded the arc in a really satisfying way. And BRIE!
I want to go back to Aldermere soon!!!
I want to go back to Aldermere soon!!!
callieash_ro's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.75
idkmybffkate's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
tandewrites's review against another edition
3.0
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