A review by ivygracewild
Like Magic by Elaine Vickers

5.0

This is the best middle-grade novel I've read in a long time, and I've been reading a lot of them. I love the characters! I love the way the story interweaves their lives. I love the air of mystery that permeates the tale, plus the authenticity of the characters and their growth. Written in third person, this book has just a slight old-fashioned feel and appeal, but I think that adds to the magical aura of the plot, and I think young readers today will be easily able to immerse themselves in this story. Oh, and I also enjoyed the setting! The author particularly brings to life the Salt Lake City public library, which is on my list of libraries to visit some day!