Overview
Fairalon explores themes of trust, friendship, self-reliance with a sprinkle of budding romance. Three troubled preteens stumble into a magical world where they encounter fantastic creatures and face real dangers together. Fairalon takes its readers through a myriad of mysterious twists and turns where anything can happen. Eleven year old Iris risks her life to help a complete stranger find his lost little brother. Through their trials and triumphs they learn to a lot about themselves and each other. Fairalon is a MG/YA fantasy novel with 30 full color illustrations.
Full Product Details
Author: Founder Governor T J Roberts (World Wildlife Fund) ,
Founder Governor T J Roberts (World Wildlife Fund)
Publisher: Fairalon Books
Imprint: Fairalon Books
Dimensions:
Width: 15.20cm
, Height: 1.60cm
, Length: 22.90cm
Weight: 0.531kg
ISBN: 9780997007107
ISBN 10: 0997007109
Pages: 272
Publication Date: 27 November 2015
Recommended Age: From 9 to 12 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
Eleven-year-old Iris already has strikes against her: she's the new kid in town, and her quirky behaviors involve repetitive rituals and actions that have, in the past, been labeled an illness. Now she knows they're something more: they are instinctive reactions to her strange and evolving abilities, and they hold the power to alert her of future disasters. That's why she was able to save a young girl from a peculiar car accident, and why she sees things others don't. The first thing to note about this captivating fantasy is that it's liberally peppered with full-color (and well-done) illustrations that enhance its story line. From autos in the woods to strange mischievous beings, Fairalon is packed with visual interludes that enhance the story without taking it over completely. Middle-grade readers will thus appreciate the enhancements which create visual interest in Iris's adventures. The second notable feature of Fairalon is an attention to supplementing a fantasy adventure feel with the realistic saga of a young girl's evolving perceptions of her powers, her world, and whom she can trust. Fueled by strong psychological insights and solid character development, it's a story young readers will empathize with as they read about Iris's unusual challenges. Fairalon excels in a steady plot that offers several twists and turns and much insight on not just the origins of inherited traits, but choices in how power is wielded. Middle school fantasy fans will be enthralled as Iris' world expands in unanticipated directions. It should be mentioned that its conclusion paves the way for more books, yet completes her story in a manner that is satisfying and exact, making for a fine introduction to what might become a series. An exciting blend of adventure, psychological insight, and beautiful illustrations make Fairalon a prime pick in its genre. Diane Donovan, Senior Reviewer Midwest Book Review
Author Information
T.J. Roberts is a husband and father of three daughters, founder of two companies, web site developer, programmer, vocational specialist, child & family therapist, crisis intervention specialist, and 3d illustrator / animation student. T.J. holds a master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. T.J. Roberts is a husband and father of three daughters, founder of two companies, web site developer, programmer, vocational specialist, child & family therapist, crisis intervention specialist, and 3d illustrator / animation student. T.J. holds a master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale.
