kemerson89's review
5.0
I read both The Escape of Princess Madeline and The Battle of Princess Madeline. I LOVED both of the books and can not wait for the third one! So these books may be a little on the YA novel spectrum (but who doesn't love them anyways!) So if you have a TEEN I would recommend these books Highly or if your a kid at heart! Both books are very well written and believing you are right in there with all the characters.
The Escape of Princess Madeline introduces us to the kingdom of Soron. Madeline wants control over her future, the book opens with her father giving her a beautiful dress. Madeline later finds out she it supposed to wear this beautiful dress to her betrothment ball. This book is all about how Madeline gains control of her future.
The Battle of Princess Madeline is the sequel of The Escape of Princess Madeline in which the kingdom of Soron is threatened by a would be suitor from the first book. The suitor is infatuated with Madeline and will not see her with anyone else! This book is about how good triumphs over evil (with the help of a little magic).
All in all I highly suggest these books for teens or those who love YA novels!
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The Escape of Princess Madeline introduces us to the kingdom of Soron. Madeline wants control over her future, the book opens with her father giving her a beautiful dress. Madeline later finds out she it supposed to wear this beautiful dress to her betrothment ball. This book is all about how Madeline gains control of her future.
The Battle of Princess Madeline is the sequel of The Escape of Princess Madeline in which the kingdom of Soron is threatened by a would be suitor from the first book. The suitor is infatuated with Madeline and will not see her with anyone else! This book is about how good triumphs over evil (with the help of a little magic).
All in all I highly suggest these books for teens or those who love YA novels!
See more at www.greenmountaincouple.com
hdbblog's review
3.0
The Battle for Princess Madeline Continuing the story of Princess Madeline and her royal family, The Battle for Princess Madeline was a short and sweet read. I didn't have the opportunity to read Madeline's first story, but I can absolutely say that this reads as a standalone just fine! All the characters are introduced well, and we are even given a look into the past to catch us up a bit.
I enjoyed following Madeline on her adventures. She's a witty and vibrant heroine. One that readers will love! I especially loved how stubborn she was when it came to handling whatever needed to be done. I'm still not entirely sure whether this was written for Middle Grade or Young Adult readers, but I will say that the writing is simple enough to transcend both reading levels. I found it a little slow at times, but then again the descriptive writing here is important to the overall story.
I'd like to go back and read the first book to see how Madeline and her brother grow up. The one thing I really wished for, honestly, was more book! This is a very short read and it seems like a few things were rushed. I wanted more insight into the characters and their dilemmas. Truth be told, I'd happily read more pages if it meant seeing more into the world that Kirstin Pulioff builds. One of wizards, magic, and bravery.
If you are a fan of Fantasy reads, or have a young reader who loves brave heroines, this is a read you should absolutely check out.
I enjoyed following Madeline on her adventures. She's a witty and vibrant heroine. One that readers will love! I especially loved how stubborn she was when it came to handling whatever needed to be done. I'm still not entirely sure whether this was written for Middle Grade or Young Adult readers, but I will say that the writing is simple enough to transcend both reading levels. I found it a little slow at times, but then again the descriptive writing here is important to the overall story.
I'd like to go back and read the first book to see how Madeline and her brother grow up. The one thing I really wished for, honestly, was more book! This is a very short read and it seems like a few things were rushed. I wanted more insight into the characters and their dilemmas. Truth be told, I'd happily read more pages if it meant seeing more into the world that Kirstin Pulioff builds. One of wizards, magic, and bravery.
If you are a fan of Fantasy reads, or have a young reader who loves brave heroines, this is a read you should absolutely check out.
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