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The Magic Mirror: Concerning a Lonely Princess, a Foundling Girl, a Scheming King and a Pickpocket Squirrel

The Magic Mirror: Concerning a Lonely Princess, a Foundling Girl, a Scheming King and a Pickpocket Squirrel

Reviewed by: Kris Zuidema - retired school librarian, Standish, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: June 8, 2016

Review

This delightful middle grade fairy tale is full of twists and turns. Margaret, the young heroine, is a foundling who uses a crutch because of a twisted foot. She is given a magic mirror which reveals to her a man she believes is her father. Margaret encounters a variety of characters on her quest. Some are helpful and friendly, some are amusing, and another is quite villainous. A map is included showing the routes of the various characters. This novel is well written and the characters are well developed. Mistaken identities are a large part of this charming story. Readers will enjoy the humor, adventure, romance, and intrigue.

Overall Book Score: very good