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lainey34's review against another edition
4.0
Diana and the Island of No Return by Aisha Saeed was a great book! I loved how the setting really brought me into the story and the friendship themes were cute. In the book, Twelve-year-old Princess Diana, her mother, and the rest of the Amazons are getting ready for their annual festival, and Diana's excited, but she wishes she was allowed to train. Nevertheless, the festival kicks off and Diana and her best friend Sakina are having fun when they discover a boy on the island. Knowing that boys aren't allowed on Themyscira, Diana knows something's wrong. When the boy tells her that there's danger, she knows she has to do whatever it takes to keep everyone safe. I really enjoyed the story and I'm looking forward to the rest of the series! The beginning and the end were the best parts of this book and I'd give it 4.4 stars out of 5. Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Kids for providing the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.
vgdesigns's review against another edition
5.0
You are Stronger than you Realize
Diana and the Island of No Return by Aisha Saeed is a fast paced, action packed adventure. Diana has never left her home Themyscira before, and she longs to find her purpose when her mother refuses to let her learn how to fight. When a boy comes desperate for help, Diana and her friend Sakina, must find a way to protect their family. Diana has to learn how to use her unique talents to solve almost impossible problems. Her greatest strengths are her belief in her friends, determination in the face of failure, and courage despite being afraid. I also enjoyed the strong themes of teamwork, and the importance of telling the truth. Diana is at her best in this book, as she shows the numerous reasons why she is such an iconic, and well-loved character. It is good to see more books with great female characters, who are celebrated for being themselves. This book is appropriate for young readers 8 - 12 Years, and has an accessible reading style, and length.
Diana and the Island of No Return by Aisha Saeed is a fast paced, action packed adventure. Diana has never left her home Themyscira before, and she longs to find her purpose when her mother refuses to let her learn how to fight. When a boy comes desperate for help, Diana and her friend Sakina, must find a way to protect their family. Diana has to learn how to use her unique talents to solve almost impossible problems. Her greatest strengths are her belief in her friends, determination in the face of failure, and courage despite being afraid. I also enjoyed the strong themes of teamwork, and the importance of telling the truth. Diana is at her best in this book, as she shows the numerous reasons why she is such an iconic, and well-loved character. It is good to see more books with great female characters, who are celebrated for being themselves. This book is appropriate for young readers 8 - 12 Years, and has an accessible reading style, and length.
vighnesh's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars.
This book moved really fast and I flew through it. This was a book heavily focused on the plot so there was definitely a lot of action. I personally would have liked to gotten to know Diana a little better because I don't think I connected to her enough.
This was a fun and enjoyable read and I would recommend it for anyone interested in an adventurous middle grade!
This book moved really fast and I flew through it. This was a book heavily focused on the plot so there was definitely a lot of action. I personally would have liked to gotten to know Diana a little better because I don't think I connected to her enough.
This was a fun and enjoyable read and I would recommend it for anyone interested in an adventurous middle grade!
friendlydisaster101's review against another edition
4.0
Thank you to Netgalley and Random House Books for Young Readers for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This book was so fun! Diana and the Island of No Return was a fast-paced, action-packed story that had me hooked in the short time it took to read it. I really enjoyed reading about Diana before she became Wonder Woman. Essentially, this book is about how Diana and her friends save the people of a neighboring island from a demon, who has come to capture her. With a bit of luck and a lot of wits and courage, the trio manages to save the day despite the odds.
This was really immersive and wonderful to read, and despite the book seeming almost repetitive at times, I loved the way Aisha Saeed portrayed young Diana, with her keen sense of justice and her do-what-must-be-done attitude. Her friendships with Sakina and Augustus only added to the story, as they faced the demon and the challenges that come with ensuring his defeat.
I truly delighted in reading this book, and I would definitely recommend it to others who enjoy reading either middle-grade adventure/fantasy books, or about strong female leads.
This book was so fun! Diana and the Island of No Return was a fast-paced, action-packed story that had me hooked in the short time it took to read it. I really enjoyed reading about Diana before she became Wonder Woman. Essentially, this book is about how Diana and her friends save the people of a neighboring island from a demon, who has come to capture her. With a bit of luck and a lot of wits and courage, the trio manages to save the day despite the odds.
This was really immersive and wonderful to read, and despite the book seeming almost repetitive at times, I loved the way Aisha Saeed portrayed young Diana, with her keen sense of justice and her do-what-must-be-done attitude. Her friendships with Sakina and Augustus only added to the story, as they faced the demon and the challenges that come with ensuring his defeat.
I truly delighted in reading this book, and I would definitely recommend it to others who enjoy reading either middle-grade adventure/fantasy books, or about strong female leads.
otterburrito's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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? No
4.0
sdertinger's review against another edition
4.0
Diana gets down on herself often because her mother, the Queen, will not allow her to train to be a warrior on their island of Themyscira. Only women live on this island and their annual festival is just about to start. Prior to this festival the Amazons and many other strong and empowering women are getting ready. Diana's best friend Sakina is sailing in just in time for it to begin. The two are beyond excited to be together again, but when Diana travels off to go check in on her wolf, Bitini, she spots a boy. A boy on their island where only women are allowed... Soon Diana and Sakina learn that this boy must return Diana to his small island of Sáz to save his people before a demon destroys everything. This demon is beyond powerful, and he is made of vapor so taking him down is not going to be as easy as the three of them thought!
This book is more than just an adventure, it leaves you wanting to know what happens next without realizing what time it is. It was definitely a page-turner and I am sure students will love the length of it too. I loved the end of the story and the preview of the next book in this new series. I am looking forward to it!
This book is more than just an adventure, it leaves you wanting to know what happens next without realizing what time it is. It was definitely a page-turner and I am sure students will love the length of it too. I loved the end of the story and the preview of the next book in this new series. I am looking forward to it!
vighnesh's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars.
This book moved really fast and I flew through it. This was a book heavily focused on the plot so there was definitely a lot of action. I personally would have liked to gotten to know Diana a little better because I don't think I connected to her enough.
This was a fun and enjoyable read and I would recommend it for anyone interested in an adventurous middle grade!
This book moved really fast and I flew through it. This was a book heavily focused on the plot so there was definitely a lot of action. I personally would have liked to gotten to know Diana a little better because I don't think I connected to her enough.
This was a fun and enjoyable read and I would recommend it for anyone interested in an adventurous middle grade!
sleepydoe's review against another edition
4.0
Rating - 3.5 stars
'But nothing is impossible is it?' Diana thought. There was always hope if you knew where to look for it.
In recent years, I've been seeing more and more retellings of DC superhero stories in the form of new novels and graphic novels and THEY JUST MAKE ME SO DAMN HAPPY!!!
Daina and the Island of No Return is no different! This book is the first in a series of middle-grade novels that document the adventures of a young Diana before she leaves the island of Themyscira and becomes the Wonder Woman we all know and love! In this installment of her adventures, Diana is whisked off her island to a beautiful and strange land of chariot-makers that is plagued by the evil of a demon who wants to kidnap her for someone. She's got a bounty on her head and two countries to save and she doesn't even know who's after her. Lucky for her though, she's a badass twelve year old and she's got her best friend Sakina and Augustus, an unexpected ally, in her corner!
Now there's not much to spoil here because the story is pretty formulaic. Trio of badass and super smart kids. Demon trying to kill everyone. Traps to overcome on every step of the way. Heroic feats saving the day. You know the drill!
I really enjoyed reading this book! It was super fun and light, and it is always incredibly nice to just chill with a book about baby superheroes. My complaint with this novel is that everything was just a little too easy and convenient. The stakes were high, but they kids got to the solution too easily and it was just that. I'd have liked it if there had been more tension there, but other than that, I really have nothing too negative or critical to say!
There was a lot left untold towards the end of the novel though. I'd really like to know who the guy who wanted to kidnap Diana is and I'd also LOVE to see how Diana grows into her powers and all that! So I'm super excited for the upcoming novels in this series!
If you've loved Diana Prince your whole life like I have, you will love this strange and adorable adventure she goes on! It's just a really fun ride and you should pick it up if you're looking for a light sff middle-grade to lose yourself in over a weekend!
A huge thanks to PRH international and netgalley for the ARC! All opinions are my own!
'But nothing is impossible is it?' Diana thought. There was always hope if you knew where to look for it.
In recent years, I've been seeing more and more retellings of DC superhero stories in the form of new novels and graphic novels and THEY JUST MAKE ME SO DAMN HAPPY!!!
Daina and the Island of No Return is no different! This book is the first in a series of middle-grade novels that document the adventures of a young Diana before she leaves the island of Themyscira and becomes the Wonder Woman we all know and love! In this installment of her adventures, Diana is whisked off her island to a beautiful and strange land of chariot-makers that is plagued by the evil of a demon who wants to kidnap her for someone. She's got a bounty on her head and two countries to save and she doesn't even know who's after her. Lucky for her though, she's a badass twelve year old and she's got her best friend Sakina and Augustus, an unexpected ally, in her corner!
Now there's not much to spoil here because the story is pretty formulaic. Trio of badass and super smart kids. Demon trying to kill everyone. Traps to overcome on every step of the way. Heroic feats saving the day. You know the drill!
I really enjoyed reading this book! It was super fun and light, and it is always incredibly nice to just chill with a book about baby superheroes. My complaint with this novel is that everything was just a little too easy and convenient. The stakes were high, but they kids got to the solution too easily and it was just that. I'd have liked it if there had been more tension there, but other than that, I really have nothing too negative or critical to say!
There was a lot left untold towards the end of the novel though. I'd really like to know who the guy who wanted to kidnap Diana is and I'd also LOVE to see how Diana grows into her powers and all that! So I'm super excited for the upcoming novels in this series!
If you've loved Diana Prince your whole life like I have, you will love this strange and adorable adventure she goes on! It's just a really fun ride and you should pick it up if you're looking for a light sff middle-grade to lose yourself in over a weekend!
A huge thanks to PRH international and netgalley for the ARC! All opinions are my own!