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A review by kiwikathleen
The Stolen Prince of Cloudburst by Jaclyn Moriarty
5.0
I haven't yet read the Bronte Mettlestone books, in which world this sort-of standalone book is set, but it didn't matter (and it's simply that there's not enough time to read every book I want to). I've read the Colours of Madeleine series (first book = [b:A Corner of White|15703332|A Corner of White (The Colours of Madeleine, #1)|Jaclyn Moriarty|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1452111287l/15703332._SY75_.jpg|13533441]) and loved them, so when this new Kingdoms and Empires book arrived in the shop (where I work) I thought I'd read the reading copy and do a "We Recommend" for it.
Well, I can't recommend it enough! The tone is light but there's some pretty serious stuff going on and parts where you sit on the edge of your seat. Esther's narration is full of humour, and the magic is terrific. There's even some kids-level psychology along with some seriously daffy characters and a great setting. As I was reading it I came across a number of great quotes, but I was too engrossed in getting to the next page and the next, and I forgot to write any down. Trust me, this book is full of laughs, quotable moments, and exciting adventure.
Well, I can't recommend it enough! The tone is light but there's some pretty serious stuff going on and parts where you sit on the edge of your seat. Esther's narration is full of humour, and the magic is terrific. There's even some kids-level psychology along with some seriously daffy characters and a great setting. As I was reading it I came across a number of great quotes, but I was too engrossed in getting to the next page and the next, and I forgot to write any down. Trust me, this book is full of laughs, quotable moments, and exciting adventure.