From the Bookshelf of A Touch of Whimsy…

The Castle of Tangled Magic

Sophie Anderson,

Saara Soderlund (Illustrator)

Start date: January 28, 2021

Finish date: March 6, 2021

Discussion: February's Book Pick!

Why we're reading this: We can't wait to get cozy with this magical book!☕️💕✨

Expect lyrical writing, Russian folklore, and a cozy…more
[close] We can't wait to get cozy with this magical book!☕️💕✨

Expect lyrical writing, Russian folklore, and a cozy atmosphere!

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February's Book Pick!

February's Book Pick Discussion!
By Alexandra · 15 posts · 347 views

last updated Feb 27, 2021 10:16AM

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Feb 27, 2021 Misa rated it really liked it

Shelves: first-from-this-author, loved-the-cover, could-not-put-it-down, i-liked-it, myths, 4children-good-or-bad, favorites, cute-read

I heard a lot about Sophie Anderson's books and the bookclub "A Touch of Whimsy" which I'm a new member of it decided to read this book for February because it's a club that focuses on middle grade literature that I also enjoy.

Well,I just finished this book and it was so nice and beautiful and my only thought now is to read Sophie's other books. I love any book or story that is inspired by Old Russian folklore. This book was a great discovery and I enjoyed reading pretty much. I could not put it ...more

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Mar 27, 2021 Amanda Allen added it

Shelves: dnf, 2021-reads

I made it about 150 pages into this book and just had to acknowledge I wasn't really enjoying it. Middle readers are hit and miss for me (mostly miss), and this one missed. Passing it onto my littles and moving on.

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Mar 16, 2021 Faiza rated it really liked it

A sweet whimsical tale of Olia and her magical castle. Loved the ending where the lessons of the story are highlighted. A must read for middle grade lovers!

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