avellana's review against another edition
4.0
really hoping as an aro/ace that they dont try and stuff allonormative romance in the later books. i actually have a whole essay on how allonormativity is sexist
turtledragon's review against another edition
3.0
75% Cute series for kids with fun magic. A bit repetitive if you read the books quickly.
arthur_pendrgn's review against another edition
2.0
Nory is more of a brat in this book. Last time she stole an egg; now she's even cruel. However, this book seems to deal with more realistic relationships--friendship issues, jealousy, and every group project ever assigned. Finally, someone said out loud that their magic isn't wonky. There magic is different talents altogether. Hopefully the society will begin to change...
imaclogger23's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
medium-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
4.0
graceroseannhampton's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-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
4.5
yapha's review against another edition
4.0
I'm liking this series more and more as I read through it. The magic is fun, and the life lessons are important. Recommended for grades 2 and up.
jbrooxd's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. I am enjoying the development of the secondary characters in the Upside Down Magic class and the evolution of the magical world in each book. Nory was a little hard to take in this one - really abrasive and pushy and self-centered. But I enjoyed Willa's story in this - trying to learn to work with her emotions and thinking differently about her magic. That part of the story was enjoyable.
craziducki's review against another edition
4.0
fav of the series so far, I have so much in common with Willa.
orchardoriole's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5