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Newt's Emerald
Newt's Emerald
Reviewed by: Kris Zuidema - retired school librarian, Standish, Southern Maine Library District
Review Date: March 9, 2016
Review
In this Regency style romance eighteen year old Lady Truthful is to inherit the family's precious Newington Emerald which has magical powers. The emerald is stolen and Truthful disguises herself as a Frenchman to find it. There is a cast of characters including a sorceress which gives the story an interesting twist. The story is silly at times making it a light and enjoyable read. The plot moves along at a rapid pace with much adventure and rescues. This novel is for fans of Regency romance with a bit of fantasy added for fun.
Overall Book Score: very good
About the Book
Author:
Nix, Garth
Illustrator: ,
Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books
Book Type: chapter book fiction
Genre: adventure,fantasy,romance,historical fiction
Audience: grades 7-9,grades 10-12
Binding Type: trade edition
Binding Quality: very good
ISBN: 7980062360045
Price: 18.99