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