A review by minervacerridwen
Alia Terra: Stories from the Dragon Realm by Ava Kelly

adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

This is absolutely one of my favourite books—and already was before I finally got around to reading the gorgeous, finished hardcover, as I was lucky enough to see this collection of fairy tales in different stages of development. With a theme of acceptance and the bonus of being in two languages (English and Romanian), Alia Terra knows how to push all my buttons and probably those of other language-lovers out there, too. Actually holding a copy in my hands makes it even better, as it’s beautifully published, and the art that accompanies the stories can only be described as magical. Which I’m not just saying because my Dragon of Ynys has a cameo in it, but yes indeed, it does! :D 

I’m also still impressed that when you’ve finished the book, you’ll immediately want to open it again to begin reading from the start. It’s a marvellous gift that keeps on giving, clearly made with so much love.