LoveReading4Kids Says
LoveReading4Kids Says
June 2012 Debut of the Month and eBook of the Month. A witty and original prize-winning debut 'fairy' novel that has won the hearts of readers across the US. Once an ordinary 12 year old, nothing is ever ordinary again for September after Green Wind, a fast talking man with a very bold suggestion, knocks on her window and invites her on a trip to Fairyland. With her parents away, September has nothing to lose but little does she know what's in store! Fairyland is in chaos and September decides that she's the one who will sort it out... Luckily, there's some help at hand of an unorthodox kind in the form of a book mad dragon. Can September get Fairyland back into shape? It's certainly a very exciting if unexpected ending.
In addition to our Lovereading expert opinion for The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making a small number of both adults and children were lucky enough to be invited to review this title. Here's a taster....'A quirky, unusual and strangely captivating tale that keeps you guessing and questioning things you thought you knew.' Liam Pickering.
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There are three books in this extraordinary fairy series..
The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making
The Girl Who Fell Beneath Fairyland and Led the Revels There
The Girl Who Soared Over Fairyland and Cut the Moon in Two
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The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making Synopsis
"One of the most extraordinary works of fantasy, for adults or children, published so far this century."--Time magazine on the Fairyland series; perfect for fans of IMPOSSIBLE CREATURES.
Twelve-year-old September lives in Omaha, and used to have an ordinary life, until her father went to war and her mother went to work. One day, September is met at her kitchen window by a Green Wind (taking the form of a gentleman in a green jacket), who invites her on an adventure, implying that her help is needed in Fairyland. The new Marquess is unpredictable and fickle, and also not much older than September. Only September can retrieve a talisman the Marquess wants from the enchanted woods, and if she doesn't . . . then the Marquess will make life impossible for the inhabitants of Fairyland. September is already making new friends, including a book-loving Wyvern and a mysterious boy named Saturday.
With exquisite illustrations by acclaimed artist Ana Juan,
Fairyland lives up to the sensation it created when author Catherynne M. Valente first posted it online as a serialized novel. For readers of all ages who love the charm of
Alice in Wonderland and the soul of
The Golden Compass, here is a reading experience unto itself: unforgettable, and so very beautiful.
The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making is the first book in the Fairyland series by Catherynne M. Valente, with beautiful black-and-white illustrations by Ana Juan. Catherynne M. Valente is the
New York Times bestselling author of the Fairyland series, for young readers, and the author of many books for adults, including
Radiance.
The adventures continue in the rest of the Fairyland series, including
The Girl Who Fell Beneath Fairyland and Led the Revels There (Volume Two),
The Girl Who Soared Over Fairyland and Cut the Moon in Two (Volume Three),
The Boy Who Lost Fairyland (Volume Four), and
The Girl Who Raced Fairyland All the Way Home (Volume Five.) Not since Oz has there been a land, or a cast of characters, so rich and entrancing. This deluxe paperback edition contains bonus materials, including interviews with the author and the illustrator.
A New York Times BestsellerA Publishers Weekly Best Children's Fiction TitleWinner, Andre Norton Award for YA Science Fiction and FantasyA National Public Radio Best Middle-Grade Book of the YearA National Public Radio Top Five Science Fiction/Fantasy Title of the YearAn Amazon Best Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Book of the YearA Booklist Editors' ChoiceA New York Public Library Top 100 Books for Reading and Sharing "
A glorious balancing act between modernism and the Victorian Fairy Tale, done with heart and wisdom." --
Neil Gaiman, Newbery Award-winning author of The Graveyard Book "September is a clever, fun, stronghearted addition to the ranks of bold, adventurous girls. Valente's subversive storytelling is
sheer magic." --
Tamora Pierce, author of The Immortals series "A mad, toothsome romp of a fairy tale--full of oddments, whimsy, and joy." --
Holly Black, author of the Spiderwick Chronicles "When I saw that this book reminds me simultaneously of E. Nesbit, James Thurber, and the late Eva Ibbotson, I don't mean to take anything away from its astonishing originality. It's a charmer from the first page, managing the remarkable parlay of being at once ridiculously funny and surprisingly suspenseful.
Catherynne Valente is a find, at any age!" --
Peter S. Beagle, author of
The Last Unicorn "This is a kind of
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by way of
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland--it's
the sort of book one doesn't want to end." --
Publishers Weekly, starred review
"[
Fairyland creates] a world as bizarre and enchanting as any Wonderland or Oz and a heroine as curious, resourceful and brave as any Alice or Dorothy.
Complex, rich and memorable." --
Kirkus Reviews, starred review
About This Edition
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9781250010193 |
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8th May 2012 |
| Author: |
Catherynne M. Valente |
| Illustrator: |
Ana Juan |
| Publisher: |
Square Fish |
| Format: |
Paperback |
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288 pages |
| Series: |
Fairyland |
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Press Reviews
Catherynne M. Valente Press Reviews
Kids love to read and so a small number of children (and some adults too!) were lucky enough to be invited to review The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making. You can read their reviews below.
Michelle Hemmingway - 'A fantastically well written tale of adventure full of whimsy, beauty and bravery.' Click Here to read the full review.
Jodie Robson - 'Pure delight!' Click Here to read the full review.
Beverley Latarche - 'Wonderfully written tale of a girl called September who is whisked away to Fairyland and the adventures she shares trying to save Fairyland.' Click Here to read the full review.
Jenny Duffy - 'Valente weaves a spellbinding fairytale, and this is now one of my favourite books.' Click Here to read the full review.
Emily Passmore, age 13 - 'Alice in Wonderland-esque adventure which is really enjoyable and not at all predictable.' Click Here to read the full review.
Amie Coffman, age 10 - 'I loved this book, it was exciting and adventurous and full of lots of interesting characters who I enjoyed getting to know. I highly recommend it!' Click Here to read the full review.
Emma Baird, age 11 - 'This book is about a little girl called September who lives in Omaha. Her dad has been sent away to fight in a distant war and her Mum is always at work in the factory...' Click Here to read the full review.
Olivia Brook - 'the author's imagination seemingly knows no bounds. There's creativity in spades and a real off-the-wall spirit of adventure throughout.'Click Here to read the full review.
Daisy Russell, age 10 - 'This book tells a very fascinating story about a young girl called September. I liked this book because of how it's so full of fantasy that it brings you to a magical world.' Click Here to read the full review.
Liam Pickering, age 11 - 'A quirky, unusual and strangely captivating tale that keeps you guessing and questioning things you thought you knew.' Click Here to read the full review.
Liz Robinson - 'Although it’s described as being for young adults - I would encourage grownups of any age to read this book...By the end I just wanted to sit on a cushion on the floor next to the author and beg her to tell me another story about September, I can’t wait for her next book.' Click Here to read the full review.
Sarah Harper - 'An astounding and truly fantastical tale. Lose yourself in it and let you imagination run wild!' Click Here to read the full review.
Nicola Crisp - 'This book features a 12-year old girl who is bored of washing up tea cups so readily accepts an invitation to travel to Fairyland where she stumbles from one madcap situation to another in a style that is very similar to the works of Lewis Carrol.' Click Here to read the full review.
Sue Gale - 'Convoluted whimsy that draws you into its spell.' Click Here to read the full review.
Cyllene Griffiths - 'This is a beautifully crafted story, with all the essential ingredients of any good fairy tale, including a good dose of morality, fun and wickedness.' Click Here to read the full review.
Delilah Acworth,Teen - 'The plot itself was hard to grip, but once I got hold of it, it was an extremely enjoyable read.' Click Here to read the full review.
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Further praise for The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making.
‘A glorious balancing act between modernism and the Victorian Fairy Tale, done with heart and wisdom.’ - Neil Gaiman
Author
About Catherynne M. Valente
Catherynne M. Valente is a New York Times bestselling author of fantasy and science fiction novels, short stories, and poetry. She writes children’s, YA and adult fiction. She has received huge critical acclaim in the US and has won the Andre Norton Award, the Hugo award, the Locus Award, the Tiptree Award, the Mythopoeic Award, the Rhysling Award and the Million Writers Award. She has also been nominated for Hugo and Nebula awards.
Catherynne began September's adventures in instalments on the Web; the project won legions of fans and also the CultureGeek Best Web Fiction of the Decade award.
She lives on an island off the coast of Maine with her partner, two dogs, an enormous cat, six chickens and a red accordion.
© Photographer Annaliese Moyer
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