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btpbookclub's review against another edition
4.0
As soon as this popped through my door I knew I was in for a treat and just had to read it straight away. The cover is gorgeous and before I knew it I was immersed into Rainbows world and I didn't want to leave. Again another different read for me but one I very much enjoyed and loved. This is book one in the Tree Magic trilogy and I already cannot wait to see what lies ahead.
Very YA fantasy/magic. I was a bit confused between the two characters at first i.e Rainbow and Mary but it explains it all towards the end and I got it before that. Clever very clever. Different. Again I haven't read anything similar to this. A perfect read for me a different world to escape into. A real page turner for me. I loved it all.
After an accident caused by Rainbow she changes into Mary. Both girls are different but they're the same person. Rainbow has discovered with trees she has magic. Again like I've said different but it works. I was intrigued. Plenty of YA in relation to her life, friends and school etc. A great read! A nice ending. I look forward to book two.
Above is the new cover. A well deserved four stars from me. Highly recommend.
Very YA fantasy/magic. I was a bit confused between the two characters at first i.e Rainbow and Mary but it explains it all towards the end and I got it before that. Clever very clever. Different. Again I haven't read anything similar to this. A perfect read for me a different world to escape into. A real page turner for me. I loved it all.
After an accident caused by Rainbow she changes into Mary. Both girls are different but they're the same person. Rainbow has discovered with trees she has magic. Again like I've said different but it works. I was intrigued. Plenty of YA in relation to her life, friends and school etc. A great read! A nice ending. I look forward to book two.
Above is the new cover. A well deserved four stars from me. Highly recommend.
hannahmaybookreviews's review against another edition
3.0
Title: Tree Magic
Author: Harriet Springbett
Pages: 443
Publisher: Impress Books
Rating: 3.5/5
A huge thank you to Harriet Springbett, Impress Books and Love Books Group for letting me be part of the tour.
Synopsis:
Rainbow has a strange and unique gift; she can communicate with trees and her magic hands can shape their branches at her will. However, one day whilst trying to develop her gift, tragedy strikes, Rainbow’s life is torn apart and a parallel world is created in the process. In one life we have Rainbow and in another Mary. They are the same person but polar opposites and with a shared grief. Living separate lives, they must heal and discover their own paths but soon their two worlds draw closer and memories that once left them broken resurface.
Review:
Let me start by pointing out how gorgeous the cover of this book is! It definitely appealed to my nature loving side along with the synopsis too! The reviews also looked promising and I was eager to get stuck in with this read, I was excited to find out what this story contained.
Tree Magic is a young adult genre, this was a welcome break from the genres I usually read and I was hoping that this book would allow me to block out the world for a little while. I was not disappointed, it did just that but it also felt that this book could be enjoyed by anyone, not just young adults.
The spiritual feel of this book was lovely, spirituality is something that appeals to me so I was able to engage with this book well. I could also relate well to Rainbow’s mother as she was very spiritual and a character I could aspire to be like, such as being care free and grounded. Also, I must point out how Tree Magic highlights how amazing trees actually are and I definitely learnt some new things!
Tree Magic is split into seven parts and some of these parts are told in different perspectives or have split perspectives in them. These are easy to follow and clearly marked so the book wasn’t as confusing as I actually thought it might be. One of my favourite parts was part two, it was cleverly written and I have never seen a part of a book like it. It was quite powerful to read and although some readers may find it a little confusing, please stick with it! I must say I also loved how each part was a different part of a tree, this was such a lovely touch.
Tree Magic was quite a strange read, but in a good way, it wasn’t action packed, but it had a relaxed feel and I felt the main focus was on the characters and their relationships which I didn’t mind. I enjoyed the details of Rainbow’s early childhood a
Rainbow having an alter ego felt that to me that I was reading two stories in one. I also liked how different Rainbow and Mary were from each other. With Rainbow I could really feel how she was feeling, end when tragedy struck, I felt stunned as I wasn’t expecting that at all. I liked how Rainbow was independent but still relied on her family too, she had an innocence about her I really liked. As for Mary, the alter ego, she was strong and stubborn, a trouble maker and too independent for my liking that she hurt others around her, at times she frustrated me, I didn’t agree with her decisions but I did warm to her too as the story developed. I loved how we were hit with a twist at the end but then everything fell into place and became clear.
Tree Magic was an easy read that did help me to zone out of the world, the chapters weren’t too long and the flow and writing style was perfect. Tree Magic is original, Harriet is a very descriptive writer and despite not being overly excited by the story, I was enthralled, relaxed when reading and I am looking forward to the next instalment.
Author: Harriet Springbett
Pages: 443
Publisher: Impress Books
Rating: 3.5/5
A huge thank you to Harriet Springbett, Impress Books and Love Books Group for letting me be part of the tour.
Synopsis:
Rainbow has a strange and unique gift; she can communicate with trees and her magic hands can shape their branches at her will. However, one day whilst trying to develop her gift, tragedy strikes, Rainbow’s life is torn apart and a parallel world is created in the process. In one life we have Rainbow and in another Mary. They are the same person but polar opposites and with a shared grief. Living separate lives, they must heal and discover their own paths but soon their two worlds draw closer and memories that once left them broken resurface.
Review:
Let me start by pointing out how gorgeous the cover of this book is! It definitely appealed to my nature loving side along with the synopsis too! The reviews also looked promising and I was eager to get stuck in with this read, I was excited to find out what this story contained.
Tree Magic is a young adult genre, this was a welcome break from the genres I usually read and I was hoping that this book would allow me to block out the world for a little while. I was not disappointed, it did just that but it also felt that this book could be enjoyed by anyone, not just young adults.
The spiritual feel of this book was lovely, spirituality is something that appeals to me so I was able to engage with this book well. I could also relate well to Rainbow’s mother as she was very spiritual and a character I could aspire to be like, such as being care free and grounded. Also, I must point out how Tree Magic highlights how amazing trees actually are and I definitely learnt some new things!
Tree Magic is split into seven parts and some of these parts are told in different perspectives or have split perspectives in them. These are easy to follow and clearly marked so the book wasn’t as confusing as I actually thought it might be. One of my favourite parts was part two, it was cleverly written and I have never seen a part of a book like it. It was quite powerful to read and although some readers may find it a little confusing, please stick with it! I must say I also loved how each part was a different part of a tree, this was such a lovely touch.
Tree Magic was quite a strange read, but in a good way, it wasn’t action packed, but it had a relaxed feel and I felt the main focus was on the characters and their relationships which I didn’t mind. I enjoyed the details of Rainbow’s early childhood a
Rainbow having an alter ego felt that to me that I was reading two stories in one. I also liked how different Rainbow and Mary were from each other. With Rainbow I could really feel how she was feeling, end when tragedy struck, I felt stunned as I wasn’t expecting that at all. I liked how Rainbow was independent but still relied on her family too, she had an innocence about her I really liked. As for Mary, the alter ego, she was strong and stubborn, a trouble maker and too independent for my liking that she hurt others around her, at times she frustrated me, I didn’t agree with her decisions but I did warm to her too as the story developed. I loved how we were hit with a twist at the end but then everything fell into place and became clear.
Tree Magic was an easy read that did help me to zone out of the world, the chapters weren’t too long and the flow and writing style was perfect. Tree Magic is original, Harriet is a very descriptive writer and despite not being overly excited by the story, I was enthralled, relaxed when reading and I am looking forward to the next instalment.
dellaporta's review
5.0
elephant's review
3.0
Rainbow can shape trees using her hands, but her stepfather is very much against anything spiritual or psychic. When a tragic accident occurs, the choices that she makes determine the course of her life. Can she live the way she has chosen to? With tree magic, parallel universes and romance, this story is a fascinating tale.
vickyslibraryofbooks's review
3.0
This book is for young adults and with my eldest Kacy being an advid reader and a young adult I asked her to read it as well, so the review we have done together ❤
Rainbow is normal 13 year old girl who has trouble making friends and a complicated relationship with her Mum who doesn't see her for her.
Then one day she discovers her gift, a gift that can heal and manipulate trees as she wishes.
She confides in a new neighbour called Michael who also helps her with passion for art but tragedy strikes causing Rainbow to get hurt. As a result two parallel universes are created - one with Rainbow and one with Mary. Mary turns rebellious and tries to flee her past whilst Rainbow tries to find her path in life.
Kacy and I both enjoyed the book and we give Tree Magic ⭐⭐
Rainbow is normal 13 year old girl who has trouble making friends and a complicated relationship with her Mum who doesn't see her for her.
Then one day she discovers her gift, a gift that can heal and manipulate trees as she wishes.
She confides in a new neighbour called Michael who also helps her with passion for art but tragedy strikes causing Rainbow to get hurt. As a result two parallel universes are created - one with Rainbow and one with Mary. Mary turns rebellious and tries to flee her past whilst Rainbow tries to find her path in life.
Kacy and I both enjoyed the book and we give Tree Magic ⭐⭐
bookshortie's review
5.0
I received a gifted copy of this book for an honest review
What intrigued me most about this book was not only the blurb but the character of rainbow. Rainbow is a teenager who discovers that she has a very special gift that she can communicate with trees but something happens that not only tears her life apart but tears rainbow into two creating two parallel worlds and two Rainbows. In one world Rainbow is accepting and growing her gift. In the other world the other version of Rainbow, Mary is trying to run away from her past, hates her gift and does whatever she can not to be like Rainbow. Although Rainbow and Mary are different they are also very similar. I liked and connected with both of them individually.
I can only describe the story in one word and that is unique. If you like books about parallel worlds, different versions of characters and people with unique gifts this is a book that you’re definitely want to read.
It’s a book that I couldn’t put down and the fact that the chapters were small made me want to keep reading. I can’t wait to read the sequel to see what happens to rainbow next.
Synopsis:
A life fractured into parallel worlds. A quiet magic to accept or ignore. A decision to make.
Escape from difficult family dynamics is teenager Rainbow’s desire. When she discovers a strange gift for communicating with trees, she thinks she’s found her salvation. Even better, a mysterious but gentle man living in her Dorset village helps develop her powers. But when tragedy strikes, Rainbow’s life is torn apart, creating parallel worlds in the process. In one life, the vulnerable Rainbow strives to salvage her family. In the other, her alter-ego, Mary, flees her past. Over the next few years the two versions of Rainbow follow very different lives. The source of their grief, however, is the same – a confession buried deep within their memories.
Could France offer more than a mere escape? As the two worlds draw closer and memories resurface, Rainbow and Mary’s futures must be determined. Can they receive the healing they need? Or will the renewed pain be too much to bear? Only by risking their lives will they know.
What intrigued me most about this book was not only the blurb but the character of rainbow. Rainbow is a teenager who discovers that she has a very special gift that she can communicate with trees but something happens that not only tears her life apart but tears rainbow into two creating two parallel worlds and two Rainbows. In one world Rainbow is accepting and growing her gift. In the other world the other version of Rainbow, Mary is trying to run away from her past, hates her gift and does whatever she can not to be like Rainbow. Although Rainbow and Mary are different they are also very similar. I liked and connected with both of them individually.
I can only describe the story in one word and that is unique. If you like books about parallel worlds, different versions of characters and people with unique gifts this is a book that you’re definitely want to read.
It’s a book that I couldn’t put down and the fact that the chapters were small made me want to keep reading. I can’t wait to read the sequel to see what happens to rainbow next.
Synopsis:
A life fractured into parallel worlds. A quiet magic to accept or ignore. A decision to make.
Escape from difficult family dynamics is teenager Rainbow’s desire. When she discovers a strange gift for communicating with trees, she thinks she’s found her salvation. Even better, a mysterious but gentle man living in her Dorset village helps develop her powers. But when tragedy strikes, Rainbow’s life is torn apart, creating parallel worlds in the process. In one life, the vulnerable Rainbow strives to salvage her family. In the other, her alter-ego, Mary, flees her past. Over the next few years the two versions of Rainbow follow very different lives. The source of their grief, however, is the same – a confession buried deep within their memories.
Could France offer more than a mere escape? As the two worlds draw closer and memories resurface, Rainbow and Mary’s futures must be determined. Can they receive the healing they need? Or will the renewed pain be too much to bear? Only by risking their lives will they know.
uhgood's review
4.0
This was a wonderful and strange book about a girl with a magical connection to trees and a complex relationship with herself. Rainbow's character is deeply nuanced, and the author did an incredible job of honoring that. Without getting into spoilers, we see so many phases of her life: each one adds to Rainbow's intricacy, rather than diluting her believability. The magic in this book is subtle, used more as a tool to explore these characters' complicated relationships and see this young woman coming of age.
While the book's structure neatly resonates with the tree motif, I did find it posed a barrier to letting me be swept away. This is a slow building story. Perhaps it was just my own misplaced expectations, but I did struggle with the pacing--especially in the beginning. The early section of Rainbow's younger years builds an important foundation for the story, but its length and younger tone (it reads as very middle-gradey) made it more difficult for me to get invested. As Rainbow grew up, I found the pacing picked up--though it is by no means an action-packed page turner. The strength of this book lies in its complex and vivid portrayal of characters, relationships, and the gritty wonders of reckoning with the self.
3.5/5 stars
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you to Impress Books!
While the book's structure neatly resonates with the tree motif, I did find it posed a barrier to letting me be swept away. This is a slow building story. Perhaps it was just my own misplaced expectations, but I did struggle with the pacing--especially in the beginning. The early section of Rainbow's younger years builds an important foundation for the story, but its length and younger tone (it reads as very middle-gradey) made it more difficult for me to get invested. As Rainbow grew up, I found the pacing picked up--though it is by no means an action-packed page turner. The strength of this book lies in its complex and vivid portrayal of characters, relationships, and the gritty wonders of reckoning with the self.
3.5/5 stars
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you to Impress Books!
saccalai's review
4.0
It took me a little while to get into this book but I'm glad I stayed with it.
Rainbow has a magical power to shape and heal trees. While she first embraces this gift, an accident causes her rethink everything.
There was such a real difference between the two sides of Rainbow's character that at times I found it difficult to reconcile her as the same person. I never would have expected the shocking revelation at the end of the book, and although I was happy with how Rainbow's situation ended, I was left wondering what would happen to her mum and Patti.
Rainbow has a magical power to shape and heal trees. While she first embraces this gift, an accident causes her rethink everything.
There was such a real difference between the two sides of Rainbow's character that at times I found it difficult to reconcile her as the same person. I never would have expected the shocking revelation at the end of the book, and although I was happy with how Rainbow's situation ended, I was left wondering what would happen to her mum and Patti.
kellysrambles's review
4.0
Tree Magic had been hovering on my TBR for some time before picking it up but I’ve finally read it and thought it was wondrous. Filled with magical realism, this story is a real treasure and I felt like I had been on a real journey with Rainbow by the end of it.
Rainbow has a secret power, she can communicate with trees and exercise control over them, helping them to grow and heal. After a devastating accident where her power spirals out of control, Rainbow’s world changes and so does this book. I don’t want to say much as I knew very little going in and I think that made it better for me. From a plot point of view this isn’t going to be a fast-paced and action-packed book but it is a lovely, complicated coming of age story for Rainbow.
Harriet herself has described this book to me as a ‘slow-burn’ novel and I definitely agree. For a YA book this is long at just short of 450 pages (Kindle edition), especially for a book that has such contemporary vibes. It took me some time to get through this book but it was worth every minute, especially for readers who are fans of magical realism… and trees!
Tree Magic is a complex coming of age story that deals head on with so many feelings young people will be familiar with: love, loss, jealousy, success, failure, anger, sadness. There is something in here that people will undoubtedly relate to. I do have to admit that I felt a little lost at times during the middle of this book and a little clueless as to what was going on but it all came back together in a beautiful ending which made perfect sense to me.
Harriet truly knows her craft and I enjoyed her writing style very much. This is an intricate exploration of Rainbow’s character which spans her early life and teenage years. There are plenty of events which help to shape Rainbow as a person but most importantly for me was the careful portrayal of the relationships in Rainbow’s life. She has so many complex relationships with people and it was interesting to see how these changed and developed over time. As someone who is always in a book for the characters I really appreciated the time that was taken in getting Rainbow to where she needed to be.
In finding herself Rainbow truly discovers her strengths and how she can blossom. A well-crafted and beautifully written story.
Rainbow has a secret power, she can communicate with trees and exercise control over them, helping them to grow and heal. After a devastating accident where her power spirals out of control, Rainbow’s world changes and so does this book. I don’t want to say much as I knew very little going in and I think that made it better for me. From a plot point of view this isn’t going to be a fast-paced and action-packed book but it is a lovely, complicated coming of age story for Rainbow.
Harriet herself has described this book to me as a ‘slow-burn’ novel and I definitely agree. For a YA book this is long at just short of 450 pages (Kindle edition), especially for a book that has such contemporary vibes. It took me some time to get through this book but it was worth every minute, especially for readers who are fans of magical realism… and trees!
Tree Magic is a complex coming of age story that deals head on with so many feelings young people will be familiar with: love, loss, jealousy, success, failure, anger, sadness. There is something in here that people will undoubtedly relate to. I do have to admit that I felt a little lost at times during the middle of this book and a little clueless as to what was going on but it all came back together in a beautiful ending which made perfect sense to me.
Harriet truly knows her craft and I enjoyed her writing style very much. This is an intricate exploration of Rainbow’s character which spans her early life and teenage years. There are plenty of events which help to shape Rainbow as a person but most importantly for me was the careful portrayal of the relationships in Rainbow’s life. She has so many complex relationships with people and it was interesting to see how these changed and developed over time. As someone who is always in a book for the characters I really appreciated the time that was taken in getting Rainbow to where she needed to be.
In finding herself Rainbow truly discovers her strengths and how she can blossom. A well-crafted and beautifully written story.
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