internationalkris's review against another edition
4.0
This was my first Princess in Black and I adored this crafty monster.
bak8382's review against another edition
4.0
Princess Magnolia is excited for her princess play date with Princess Sneezewort since the Goat Avenger is in charge of battling the monsters. Unbeknownst to the princess a slippery monster is on her tail ready to ruin the fun. Luckily a new hero appears on the scene, the Princess in Blankets, to help out!
Another fun entry in this series. I love the way the overarching story is continuing in this series with each book building on the last. This entry is particularly strong with the addition of the “new princess” and the hidden monster in the illustrations. Looking forward to what happens next!
Another fun entry in this series. I love the way the overarching story is continuing in this series with each book building on the last. This entry is particularly strong with the addition of the “new princess” and the hidden monster in the illustrations. Looking forward to what happens next!
mehsi's review against another edition
3.0
A new mysterious monster-defeating-princess appears, a playdate, dancing, and goats!
Well, it was still very fun, but I am not sure if I will continue with this series. I was already happy that (miraculously) one of my libraries had this book in their collection, because I just wasn't up to buying it. But in the end I am just disappointed at this book.
Sure, it was also fun (at times), but the formula is just the same (monster appears, Princess in Black (with one and now two helpers) defeat it and done). Plus I am getting tired that NO ONE gets who the person is in the disguise. That kind of thing is fun once, but in book 5 with yet another avenger to the party? No. Come on, you can easily see who they are, not only because their disguises often just are terrible, but also with how they act. Not to mention the fact their normal/non-avenger sides are conveniently away and never show up at the same time as the superhero. Really? So much obvious hints.
Also, before anyone goes to talk about how this is a children's book and that I am too old to read those. Sorry, but I read enough Children's books + I quite liked most of this series.
I did like the monster in this one. How he could camouflage into objects or stuff and then try to take a nibble out of pets/animals. :P I loved that he followed the princess (because she smelled like goats) to her playdate and then went to create havoc there.
The fight scenes are still fun, especially the attack names: Playtime Romp! Unicorn Ram!
Also I loved the playdate between the girls. They are such good friends!
And of course the illustrations! I still adore those to bits. They are cute, sweet, but also kick-ass.
But yeah, all in all, I am not going to continue. I am stopping at this one so I at least leave with mostly good memories. :)
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
Well, it was still very fun, but I am not sure if I will continue with this series. I was already happy that (miraculously) one of my libraries had this book in their collection, because I just wasn't up to buying it. But in the end I am just disappointed at this book.
Sure, it was also fun (at times), but the formula is just the same (monster appears, Princess in Black (with one and now two helpers) defeat it and done). Plus I am getting tired that NO ONE gets who the person is in the disguise. That kind of thing is fun once, but in book 5 with yet another avenger to the party? No. Come on, you can easily see who they are, not only because their disguises often just are terrible, but also with how they act. Not to mention the fact their normal/non-avenger sides are conveniently away and never show up at the same time as the superhero. Really? So much obvious hints.
Also, before anyone goes to talk about how this is a children's book and that I am too old to read those. Sorry, but I read enough Children's books + I quite liked most of this series.
I did like the monster in this one. How he could camouflage into objects or stuff and then try to take a nibble out of pets/animals. :P I loved that he followed the princess (because she smelled like goats) to her playdate and then went to create havoc there.
The fight scenes are still fun, especially the attack names: Playtime Romp! Unicorn Ram!
Also I loved the playdate between the girls. They are such good friends!
And of course the illustrations! I still adore those to bits. They are cute, sweet, but also kick-ass.
But yeah, all in all, I am not going to continue. I am stopping at this one so I at least leave with mostly good memories. :)
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
shaekin's review against another edition
4.0
Cute like the rest of the books. Really good for kids learning to read that want something a little longer than a picture book.
corria's review against another edition
4.0
this was cute while not my age group my friends daughter loves when I read and buy this series for her and its not mind numbing for an older audience to read.
snazel's review against another edition
5.0
A man, one of the best Princess in Black yet. There’s friendship! A new superhero in town! A shapeshifting mimic monster! Learning to be a specific type of hero that plays to your strength (ninja vs bruiser (or in dnd parlance, rogue vs tank))! A heroic pig in blankets! Just excellent.
readingthroughtheages's review against another edition
4.0
Princess Sneezewort is one of my favorite reoccurring characters so I'm glad to see her more in this one!
heisereads's review against another edition
4.0
I don't think I'll ever tire of the Princess in Black books.
teacher2library's review against another edition
4.0
A monster fighter's work is never done! This time a sneaky new monster interferes with Princess Magnolia's playdate. Luckily there's a new superhero in town to help save the day!