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jennymock's review against another edition
5.0
It took me a few chapters before I could get into this book. The story comes together well. Kids will love the magic and storytelling.
beyondevak's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful. Enchanting. Magical! These words perfectly describe this story by Natalie Lloyd. A Snicker of Magic is a delicious tale that weaves a spell around all who would dare to read its pages. From the beginning, one cannot help but taste, touch, feel, and experience the charm of this peculiar and delightful story. Sad in parts but happily sweet. Troubling in portions but encouragingly hopeful. Cheer-worthy. Splendid. I loved it!
My encouragement to you - get this book...today.
I was provided with a complimentary e-copy of this title in exchange for an honest review. (Because this is a keeper and a favorite, I am determined to secure a hard copy at once. What does that tell you?)
Happy reading!
My encouragement to you - get this book...today.
I was provided with a complimentary e-copy of this title in exchange for an honest review. (Because this is a keeper and a favorite, I am determined to secure a hard copy at once. What does that tell you?)
Happy reading!
flowersofquiethappiness's review against another edition
5.0
Where, oh where to begin with describing this glorious, word-loving story? I could start with our heroine, Felicity. Felicity Pickle is her name and oh how she lives up to such an illustrious designation. I could talk about the Beedle. Did you know Midnight Gulch has its very own Beedle? It's quite a privilege, let me tell you! And I might even mention the Pickled Jalepeno, and dear Frannie Jo, and Jonah. Oh Jonah. He's quite the young gentleman! But nothing I say can compare with the words.
Oh yes! The words. Did I forget to tell you how Ms. Lloyd has lovingly strung together some amazingly "spindiddly" words? Believe me, if you're a word lover of any degree or sort, you will absolutely enjoy the words all springing up everywhere in this story. From "snickerdoodle", to "everlasting", and "wonderstruck" (Or THREADBARE, it deserves all caps you see). Essentially, Felicity sees words. Everywhere! And what she can do with those words makes for a marvelous adventure! :D
Ms. Lloyd has done an incredible job of creating this cast of characters (including the town, which is almost a character itself) in a story that fairly bubbles with magic. Magic of the magician kind, and magic of the imagination kind. I could practically feel myself being swept away into Felicity's world. And what a delightful world it is!
So yes. I highly recommend this story. It's a book that makes me happy just by looking at the cover (which by the by, isn't it wonderful?!). From the first page to the last, it's filled with joy, charm, and comfort. Plus I had fun re-learning the beauty of words. (And studying a thesaurus for this review! ;) If you need reminding as well, make haste to a bookstore (or your ereader) and pick this one up!
Oh yes! The words. Did I forget to tell you how Ms. Lloyd has lovingly strung together some amazingly "spindiddly" words? Believe me, if you're a word lover of any degree or sort, you will absolutely enjoy the words all springing up everywhere in this story. From "snickerdoodle", to "everlasting", and "wonderstruck" (Or THREADBARE, it deserves all caps you see). Essentially, Felicity sees words. Everywhere! And what she can do with those words makes for a marvelous adventure! :D
Ms. Lloyd has done an incredible job of creating this cast of characters (including the town, which is almost a character itself) in a story that fairly bubbles with magic. Magic of the magician kind, and magic of the imagination kind. I could practically feel myself being swept away into Felicity's world. And what a delightful world it is!
So yes. I highly recommend this story. It's a book that makes me happy just by looking at the cover (which by the by, isn't it wonderful?!). From the first page to the last, it's filled with joy, charm, and comfort. Plus I had fun re-learning the beauty of words. (And studying a thesaurus for this review! ;) If you need reminding as well, make haste to a bookstore (or your ereader) and pick this one up!
justlily's review against another edition
3.0
This has all the elements of a story I usually love. It's basically Sarah Addison Allen for middle grade kids. But... I don't know, it just didn't do it for me. I really, really wanted it to but, no. I would set it down for days at a time and have no desire at all to pick it up again. I finally finished it but I'm still left feeling meh.
ogreart's review against another edition
5.0
Lovely use of language in this book. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
sara_hudson's review against another edition
5.0
After loving Hummingbird, I went back into Natalie Lloyd's backlist for this gem. Like Hummingbird, she weaves magic into a realistic story with quirky characters in a setting that feels like another character in the story. I love how Felicity collects these interesting characters as she proceeds through the story, carrying her own heartache along. Her best friend, Jonah, is in a wheelchair, giving the story wonderful representation. And, he is from a military family, a situation I feel is underrepresented in children's literature. She does it all effortlessly.
spokbok's review against another edition
5.0
Love, love , love it! My son, sister, mom and dad all read it. A perfect story to ignite the whimsy in readers of every age.
The honest, simple, wondrous imagery will pick you up and immerse you in this magical town where words are alive! This author inspires me beyond merely wishing to live in Midnight Gulch, but to open my eyes a little wider and see the snickers of magic that surround us right here and now.
Readers who critique the plot aren't far off, but does life have neatly drawn plots? This fantastical world might be a bit closer to reality in more ways than one!
The honest, simple, wondrous imagery will pick you up and immerse you in this magical town where words are alive! This author inspires me beyond merely wishing to live in Midnight Gulch, but to open my eyes a little wider and see the snickers of magic that surround us right here and now.
Readers who critique the plot aren't far off, but does life have neatly drawn plots? This fantastical world might be a bit closer to reality in more ways than one!
theredheadprotagonist's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
slow-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
4.5
alaskanmichelle's review against another edition
5.0
Although I LOVE Natalie Lloyd’s use of language in A Snicker of Magic; I think what I loved most about this book is its ability to appeal to so many different readers. I call this genre "magical realism" in my classroom. My lovers of realistic fiction devoured this book because it feels like realistic fiction with some magic sprinkled in. My fantasy lovers felt right at home in this book because of the magic that runs throughout the entire book.
I used this book in my fourth grade classroom for a parent/child book club.
Everyone - boys, girls and parents loved it.
Disclosure: I received this book free in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so much for the opportunity. Reviews are published on Goodreads and Amazon.
I used this book in my fourth grade classroom for a parent/child book club.
Everyone - boys, girls and parents loved it.
Disclosure: I received this book free in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so much for the opportunity. Reviews are published on Goodreads and Amazon.