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lizee59402's review against another edition
5.0
This is such a great first book into a cleverly written series. I like that everything is a bit opposite from the norm. It’s not like a traditional character but a family of vampires afraid of glitter and creatures of the light. I liked the message about being kind and what friendship means as well. This is a great series for readers looking for a book about clever characters and funny language. It really was a laugh out loud book!
cait_readsxox's review against another edition
4.0
This was such a fun and spooky middle grade book. I love the characters and the fun adventure that occurred in this book. I will be continuing the series!
karolinaz's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
scoutfinch75's review against another edition
5.0
Ameila Fang and the Barbaric Ball is full of beautifully written characters and strong friendships, it also introduces us to a new and fantastic spooky world.
I loved every minute of this fast paced, creepy tale. Amelia is a delightfully dark little vampire, who contrary to popular belief doesn't live on a diet of blood, but eats disgusting delicacies such as Curiously Crusty Crabs, Scabs and Severed Fingers, and Putrid Pus-filled Profiteroles! Her best friends are Florence, a rare breed of Yeti and Grimaldi a small and cute Grim Reaper! Also, the Fang residence is amazing! I love that there are doors of every shape and size lining the corridors, some leading to rooms on different floors, some leading outside the mansion and some, simply disappearing at will! Laura Ellen Anderson's amazing imagination and charming illustrations bring this captivating story to life
I'm very excited for the next in the series, Amelia Fang and the Unicorn Lords. In the words of my ten year old daughter,
"Vampires and Unicorns... squeeeeeeeee!"
scifigeekbekah's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
dinnureads's review against another edition
5.0
My copy of this book is a birthday gift from my dear friend who also happens to be my library book dealer. It has coloured edges and is utterly fabulous!
nicolemhewitt's review against another edition
5.0
This review and many more can be found on my blog: Feed Your Fiction Addiction
This book introduces us to the spooky cast of characters—Amelia (the vampire) and her friends (a Yeti, a grim reaper, and her pet pumpkin). Like I said, it’s really impressive how well Anderson managed to merge creepy and cute. These books sort of remind me of Monster High for younger kids. There’s lots of play on words and gross-out foods and other fun details that kids will love. The story revolves around Amelia, who’s always bored at her family’s annual Barbaric Ball. She’s thrilled when she finds out that this year the king is going to attend with his son, so she’ll finally have someone her own age to hang out with (no other kids are allowed). Unfortunately, when she meets the prince, she finds that he is a spoiled brat. She has to face down her nemesis and maybe learn a thing or two about why he’s such a bully in the process. The story is super cute and engaging, and the book is just plain fun!
***Disclosure: I received this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. No other compensation was given and all opinions are my own.***
This book introduces us to the spooky cast of characters—Amelia (the vampire) and her friends (a Yeti, a grim reaper, and her pet pumpkin). Like I said, it’s really impressive how well Anderson managed to merge creepy and cute. These books sort of remind me of Monster High for younger kids. There’s lots of play on words and gross-out foods and other fun details that kids will love. The story revolves around Amelia, who’s always bored at her family’s annual Barbaric Ball. She’s thrilled when she finds out that this year the king is going to attend with his son, so she’ll finally have someone her own age to hang out with (no other kids are allowed). Unfortunately, when she meets the prince, she finds that he is a spoiled brat. She has to face down her nemesis and maybe learn a thing or two about why he’s such a bully in the process. The story is super cute and engaging, and the book is just plain fun!
***Disclosure: I received this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. No other compensation was given and all opinions are my own.***
xlindsreadsx's review against another edition
4.0
I can't wait to see where this series goes I love all the characters and I hope ameila and tangine become best friends.
jenniferreads2's review against another edition
5.0
Super cute. Love the illustrations. For being a short book it does well telling a fully rounded story. I could see this being a good read aloud with kids
gothradiohour's review against another edition
5.0
I adored this wonderful spooky middle grade novel! The characters and halloween-inspired world were well fleshed out, and had a nice moral about making friends. I already have the second on hold at my library, while the third installment is sitting on our new books shelf. I just hope I can read it before it gets checked out.