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calhale1989's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this book series as a kid and was surprised how much I remembered. The story is interesting and well-paced. It's a really fun series with danger, adventure, and real emotion. I would recommend giving it a chance even if you're not into reading middle grade. It's a quick read. I listened to the audiobook of this while sewing one day.
annashiv's review against another edition
5.0
Loved it. I think it would make a great netflix show or something for kids. Will definitely continue and want to own my own copies if I can find them.
bookish_driti's review against another edition
4.0
This book is a very intriguing book. The relationship between Cara and her grandmother can make your heart melt! The world-building is fairly decent and I would have given this book 5 stars if I had read TFOTA series but this is nothing compared to it. Like I do wish it was more descriptive and detailed about locations or characters. Cara is in a whole new world and I would like to know everything about it! This book low-key also gives Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz vibes if it took place in a unicorn land.
I feel like the story really picks up in the last 50 pages or so. Her friends are in danger, there is a big reveal, the drama starts and then you have to finish the book. The very endlacks something, in my opinion. It is very “hurry up and tie a bow on it”. Which is fine since there is a sequel, I was just hoping for more closure. Nevertheless, I do suggest this book for young readers!
“Family isn't blood," she said bitterly, continuing to back away. "Family is who loves you, who takes care of you.”
I feel like the story really picks up in the last 50 pages or so. Her friends are in danger, there is a big reveal, the drama starts and then you have to finish the book. The very endlacks something, in my opinion. It is very “hurry up and tie a bow on it”. Which is fine since there is a sequel, I was just hoping for more closure. Nevertheless, I do suggest this book for young readers!
patorcer's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
harleyrae's review against another edition
4.0
I had read this many years ago when I was little, and when I found it lying in my closet I decided it was time to read it again. This is just such a fun little story involing magic, and unicorns, and a world unlike our own. It was so much fun to read, while you could tell it is written for a much younger audience, you are still able to read and enjoy it no matter your age.
All in all I really enjoyed this and hopefully I will be able to continue on in the series.
All in all I really enjoyed this and hopefully I will be able to continue on in the series.
alexisbranham4's review against another edition
4.0
I really liked this book when I read it in elementary school, I wish I could find the sequels to I can find out what happened to Cara!
joonbug314's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
mutantfoodie's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5