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Another magical, fairy-filled title in Gwyneth Rees’s bestselling series
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Ellie never thought she’d meet fairies when she goes to stay with her aunt in the Welsh valleys. But Myfanwy and Bronwen, the valley flower fairies, tell Ellie a big secret. The old toy museum nearby contains the entrance to fairyland – and some of the toys can even come to life with a little help from the fairies! But the museum is about to be closed down, and with it the fairies’ gateway. Can Ellie help the fairies and the toys – before they are all forced to leave their valley for ever?
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book for my daughter, as we have a lot of Gwyneth Rees' books already but did not have this one. Gwyneth writes, in my opinion, some of the best faery stories around for children - I love reading them to my daughter. We read a chapter every night at bedtime, and I can quite honestly say that I always look forward to the next one - I am always disappointed when we finish a book, especially if there is not another waiting in the wings..... Gwyneths writing flows beautifully, she has a fantastic imagination and, although I know faeries are not real (maybe.!), she makes you believe that they are. I can honestly say I have never yet read a bad book by this woman. My daughter is 11 but, due to brain damage, actually only around 6. I would say these books would suit from around 5 upwards, but it would depend on the child - I am 38 and enjoy them thoroughly!! I would recommend this book, and ANY other by the same author, without any hesitation. I hope you enjoy it, and them, as much as we do.
Sharon
Sharon
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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You know that piece of chocolate that went missing? You're convinced there was over half a bar left but now there's only a third? Well, its not mice. It's not your children/siblings/spouse. It's fairies. Fairies love chocolate.
Thankfully in the little Welsh village the owner of the shop, Mr Owen, believes in fairies. He doesn't think someone is shoplifting chocolate. He's happy for them to take it. In return, they leave him gifts. One of which he gives to Ellie, staying with her aunt (and unfortunately her brother) while their parents are on holiday.
The story follows the tale of Ellie as she meets two fairies, Myfanwy and Bronwen, and sets about saving the entry to fairyland. It lies in a toy museum, whose owner needs to sell it. There's more to this story than just saving fairy land. A lot more.
For starters, there are the cute illustrations: stars at the bottom of the pages, a fairy in each corner at the top. There are illustrations in most chapters too. They add to the whole picture painted by the story (sometimes I wish other books had more pictures). My personal favourite was the one where Myfanwy and Bronwen are flying while balancing chocolate buttons on their heads :) Chocoholics those two.
Plus, its a tale of how Ellie overcomes her shyness. At the beginning of the book, she is painfully shy, but circumstances make her find her voice and overcome her embarrassment at speaking to strangers. The fairies have a big hand in this. But its also a case of if Ellie doesn't say something, then no-one will. Her aunt refuses to do the talking for her (sensible lady).
Okay, if I'm analysing this book as an example for my future children to read, I'm not so fond of how many lies/deceptions Ellie does. However, she knows her actions are wrong, and does make amends for them.
Thankfully in the little Welsh village the owner of the shop, Mr Owen, believes in fairies. He doesn't think someone is shoplifting chocolate. He's happy for them to take it. In return, they leave him gifts. One of which he gives to Ellie, staying with her aunt (and unfortunately her brother) while their parents are on holiday.
The story follows the tale of Ellie as she meets two fairies, Myfanwy and Bronwen, and sets about saving the entry to fairyland. It lies in a toy museum, whose owner needs to sell it. There's more to this story than just saving fairy land. A lot more.
For starters, there are the cute illustrations: stars at the bottom of the pages, a fairy in each corner at the top. There are illustrations in most chapters too. They add to the whole picture painted by the story (sometimes I wish other books had more pictures). My personal favourite was the one where Myfanwy and Bronwen are flying while balancing chocolate buttons on their heads :) Chocoholics those two.
Plus, its a tale of how Ellie overcomes her shyness. At the beginning of the book, she is painfully shy, but circumstances make her find her voice and overcome her embarrassment at speaking to strangers. The fairies have a big hand in this. But its also a case of if Ellie doesn't say something, then no-one will. Her aunt refuses to do the talking for her (sensible lady).
Okay, if I'm analysing this book as an example for my future children to read, I'm not so fond of how many lies/deceptions Ellie does. However, she knows her actions are wrong, and does make amends for them.
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This was a great purchase for the price. Our 8 year old loves this series and author. We are anxious to get the last one.
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