Review: The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making
Jul •
30 •
2011
Title: The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making
Series: TGWCFSHOM # 1
Genre: Middle Grade-Fantasy
Author: Cathyerne M.Valente
Publisher: Fiewel and Friends
Release Date: May 10, 2011
Book: Finish copy sent by publisher
“Twelve-year-old September lives in Omaha, and used to have an ordinary life, until her father went to war and her mother went to work. One day, September is met at her kitchen window by a Green Wind (taking the form of a gentleman in a green jacket), who invites her on an adventure, implying that her help is needed in Fairyland. The new Marquess is unpredictable and fickle, and also not much older than September. Only September can retrieve a talisman the Marquess wants from the enchanted woods, and if she doesn’t . . . then the Marquess will make life impossible for the inhabitants of Fairyland. September is already making new friends, including a book-loving Wyvern and a mysterious boy named Saturday. With exquisite illustrations by acclaimed artist Ana Juan, Fairyland lives up to the sensation it created when the author first posted it online. For readers of all ages who love the charm of Alice in Wonderland and the soul of The Golden Compass, here is a reading experience unto itself: unforgettable, and so very beautiful.”
This is such a great book for readers of all ages to read! Filled with adventure and great fantasy, you a driven into a world of no other. A world were rules are different, names are unique, and well, something you will never forget.
First off, the story line. Absolutely amazing! I loved it! Once I got into the book, I knew it was going to be mind blowing. The story line is rightly paced, lots of meeting of new people, new places, and just pure fun read. Another thing I enjoyed were the names. Hello and Goodbye, Saturday, etc. Such unique names for a creative world. Nothing like I ever heard of and really enjoyed. I kept laughing at the names of people September kept coming by. She think she was wrong but then she figured out that, that was their name. HILARIOUS!
What I also like about this book is the strong lead character, September. She is nothing short of a little girl. She learn the rules fast, and even made sacrifices where she didn’t have too. She is an extraordinary young lady that completely blew me away.
One thing for sure is that I can’t wait to read this book to my son when he gets older. Adventure, fantasy, weird places and characters is something that all children can enjoy. Your mind is taken away by the great writing and easy description of the places that September visits. I too, plan on visiting Fairyland, where my mind can escape and finally be free!
I give it 4 BITES!
Happy Reading!
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Thanks for the great review Sav! I recently got this one in the mail and i’m really exited to read it ^-^ It sounds pretty fun and different.
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Long title…but sounds like a good read. It’s exciting to hear that the MC and story line are awesome. I’m adding this gem to my TBR list. Great review!
@Dija, It is a great and exciting book!
@Jennifer, It is along title! But still a good book 🙂
Oh I’ve been wanting to read this one!! So glad you enjoyed it! I think I need my mind to escape. Sounds so good. 🙂
Great review Savy! Fantasy is not my usual type of read but this looks like fun 🙂
Sounds like fun! I bet my eldest boy would enjoy it, too…
I have to read this book; it’s been on my TBR pile for a while now!