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mckenzierichardson's review
4.0
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Another wonderful story following Nory and her friends in the Upside-Down Magic program, along with some new ones made along the way.
In the fourth book, the kids in the Upside-Down Magic class head to Dragon Haven for three days to learn about and interaction with real dragons. Yet unexpected surprises are in store for them all as they continue to learn to control their magical abilities as well as interact with magic students from another school.
This one focuses mostly on Nory and Andres, giving insight into his experiences as an Upside-Down Flyer. Along the way topics of exclusion, confidence, and perspective-taking are incorporated. We're also introduced to another type of magic, double talent, in which a person has control over two types of magic.
A great continuation of the series, celebrating diversity and inclusion. I love the way the series has developed with the characters learning to embrace their talents instead of being embarrassed by them. There are many great lessons worked into the books in ways that are still fun, engaging, and interesting. There's plenty of magic, dragons, and shenanigans while still presenting positive ways to view differentness and individuality.
I will say, if you haven't read the other books in the series, I'd start there. While there is some backtracking on events that happened in the other books, much of the world setup will be confusing and not make much sense if you haven't read the series from the beginning.
Looking forward to book 5.
Another wonderful story following Nory and her friends in the Upside-Down Magic program, along with some new ones made along the way.
In the fourth book, the kids in the Upside-Down Magic class head to Dragon Haven for three days to learn about and interaction with real dragons. Yet unexpected surprises are in store for them all as they continue to learn to control their magical abilities as well as interact with magic students from another school.
This one focuses mostly on Nory and Andres, giving insight into his experiences as an Upside-Down Flyer. Along the way topics of exclusion, confidence, and perspective-taking are incorporated. We're also introduced to another type of magic, double talent, in which a person has control over two types of magic.
A great continuation of the series, celebrating diversity and inclusion. I love the way the series has developed with the characters learning to embrace their talents instead of being embarrassed by them. There are many great lessons worked into the books in ways that are still fun, engaging, and interesting. There's plenty of magic, dragons, and shenanigans while still presenting positive ways to view differentness and individuality.
I will say, if you haven't read the other books in the series, I'd start there. While there is some backtracking on events that happened in the other books, much of the world setup will be confusing and not make much sense if you haven't read the series from the beginning.
Looking forward to book 5.
imaclogger23's review
emotional
inspiring
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
4.75
jbrooxd's review against another edition
4.0
Good continuation of this series. I enjoyed Andres’ story. The setting and the series focus on identity were what I enjoyed most about this book. Story-wise this was a 3 to 3.5 star book but those two factors bumped it up.
orchardoriole's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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? Yes
3.0
engelkat's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
adsyllata's review against another edition
2.0
2.5, maybe 2. The whole I-provide-for-you-financially-so-that-totally-counts-as-parenting,-right? bit still really gets to me. But it is also something I can see some kids just glossing over, even if it is more of a focal point in this book.
13eafanti's review
5.0
I love these books! My 7 year old and 10 year old are both obsessed with the upsidedown kids!
lal2lam's review
5.0
This series continues to be so fun to read aloud! All three of my kids (9, 8, and 6...and sometimes even the 4 year old) ask for another chapter every night!
I love the character development of Nory and how each book has been focus on a specific student in the UDM class as well: book 1: Elliott , book 2: Bax, book 3: Pepper and this book 4: Andres!
I once again got a lump in my throat near the end when it was all coming together. I really like seeing the relationship between Nory and her father grow in this one.
Plus DRAGONS! I think we all would love a branch off series that is JUST about Dragon Haven
I love the character development of Nory and how each book has been focus on a specific student in the UDM class as well: book 1: Elliott , book 2: Bax, book 3: Pepper and this book 4: Andres!
I once again got a lump in my throat near the end when it was all coming together. I really like seeing the relationship between Nory and her father grow in this one.
Plus DRAGONS! I think we all would love a branch off series that is JUST about Dragon Haven
eatreadgamerepeat's review
4.0
This book might be my favorite in the series so far (I feel like I kinda say that with every book though but maybe they just keep getting better and better :) ). I loved Andres as a co-POV-character and I really hope we somehow get more from him. I really liked all the different dragons in this story and how they are kinda treated like any other rare species in the world, I do hope we get to come back to the sanctuary sometime or even just hear more about dragons (or some other magical creatures throughout the story) throughout the story since its such a fun little magical element.
I really liked how both Nory and Andres's stories went in this book, and how everyone from both schools sort of reacted to each other (and that for a change there was no bullying in this book). I'm so excited to get to the next books (although as always I'm generally just saving these audiobooks for rainy days because they are excellent pick me ups
I really liked how both Nory and Andres's stories went in this book, and how everyone from both schools sort of reacted to each other (and that for a change there was no bullying in this book). I'm so excited to get to the next books (although as always I'm generally just saving these audiobooks for rainy days because they are excellent pick me ups