Read while
home alone? absolutely
Tissues
needed? no
Overall
rating: 5 stars
Summary:
When Lilybet
Green turns thirteen her birthday is quite different than she planned. She finds
herself in a world of leprechauns who want her to be part of their village, but
she must first pass a series of tests to prove her ability, cleverness, and
loyalty. Lilybet must quickly figure out the ways of the leprechauns if she is
to have a chance at passing the tests and honoring her beloved grandmother.
Reaction:
This book was written for children, and it was a delight.
Lilybet is a girl who moves often and isn’t classically attractive or athletic,
so she has trouble fitting into each new school/town. Being so lonely, the idea
of the Green clan is a relief. I liked the various tests Lilybet had to face,
and I liked that she struggled enough to make the end worthwhile. She had to
use more of her own resources than she knew she possessed, which was a great
lesson. Green kept me guessing, making it an exciting read.
Discussion
Questions:
- What would your wish be if you were given one?
- What fairy tale creatures do you believe/wish were real?
- What tests could your friends/family complete to show their cleverness or loyalty?
- Have you been the “new kid?” What makes that experience easier? More difficult? How can “old kids” help? Hurt?
- What magical power would you like to have?
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