The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making
Fairyland #1
Catherynne M. Valente, Ana Juan
Readers rate it 4.0 (127 on Hardcover)
247 pages · Released May 10, 2011 · Feiwel and Friends
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This richly imaginative fantasy adventure follows a young girl on a quest through a magical realm, filled with whimsy, wonder, and meaningful character growth. The story centers on courage, friendship, and doing the right thing even when it's difficult, with virtually no profanity or sexual content. There are a few mildly scary or dark moments and one minor instance of violence, but nothing graphic; the overall tone is more enchanting than threatening. It's an excellent choice for middle-grade readers who enjoy literary fantasy and character-driven adventure.
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"One of the most extraordinary works of fantasy, for adults or children, published so far this century."―Time magazine, on the Fairyland series 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 kitch... "One of the most extraordinary works of fantasy, for adults or children, published so far this century."―Time magazine, on the Fairyland series 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 author Catherynne M. Valente 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. The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making is a Publishers Weekly Best Children's Fiction title for 2011.
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- Fantasy
- Magic
- Adventure and adventurers
- Talismans
- Juvenile fiction
- Fairies
- Imaginary places
- Dragons
- Voyages and travels
- Girls
- Talismaner
- Fiction
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