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The Fairy of the Enchanted Lake: Stories from the Stars by Kris Nedy is a children's fantasy adventure. Michaela lives a quiet life in the mountains, but she has big dreams – she wants to be the most beautiful girl in the world. She has no friends, so while playing alone one day, she goes into the woods. Lost, she continues until she reaches a lake. In that lake is a fairy who tells her how to get home but also how to get back to the lake. Could this be the answer to her dreams? When things get bad, she returns to the lake and makes a wish against the fairy’s advice. Suddenly, she is beautiful, living in a fairytale castle surrounded by riches and adoring people. But the old saying, “Beauty is only skin deep,” is suddenly true as something dark stirs within Michaela. Now, the real battle begins as Michaela must find her way back to herself. Will she win the toughest battle of her life? Wow. The Fairy of the Enchanted Lake by Kris Nedy is a different look at fairy tales with a unique plot and an exciting storyline. Our main character is a young girl who is fed up with being teased and wants nothing more than to be beautiful and adored. Her character is wonderfully well-developed, as are the other characters. This is a compelling story, written in a way that makes it easy for kids to follow but equally exciting for adults, too. It’s more than just a fairy story, though. It delves into the human psyche, into how we all wish for certain things but are unaware of the consequences of getting everything we want. It is about the inner fight between good and evil that we all experience at times, and if this highly imaginative, vivid tale teaches us one thing, it’s this – be careful what you wish for! I thoroughly enjoyed it and, although it is aimed at a younger audience, plenty of adults like myself will enjoy it, too
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I enjoyed this book. I will be reading with my morning read aloud group. It's perfect! Middle school is hard to navigate, and this is a great starting point to discuss Michaela and what beauty is/isnt. We can also discuss the prophecies and warnings, she is given. I will definitely be sharing with other teachers, counselors, librarians, parents, and most importantly, students.
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The Fairy of the Enchanted Lake is a creative mystical story about Michaela who desires beauty and power at any cost. A captivating tale for fantasy readers who enjoy themes of good and evil, right vs wrong and a plot with dramatic twist and turns uniquely set in a magical world!
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Within the woven whispers of Kris Nedy's "The Fairy of the Enchanted Lake," a tale dances delicately on the edge of dreams, where magic drips like dew and darkness creeps like ivy. Here, Nedy architects a domain where the fantastical is the looking glass for our essence, echoing our silent pleas against the majestic conflict of illumination and shade. It's a narrative that plunges into the chasm of spellbinding allure, at moments losing its bearings in the labyrinth it has spun, yet perpetually ablaze with the prospect of awakening. Through Michaela's eyes, we are invited to gaze upon a universe where the celestial and the infernal are but two sides of the same coin, spinning endlessly in the hands of destiny.
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In her imaginative middle-grade fantasy “The Fairy of the Enchanted Lake,” author Kris Nedy spirits readers away to a magical realm where dreams and darkness intertwine. When young villager Michaela trades her soul for beauty and riches, she must fight to reclaim her spirit from the malevolent forces she’s unleashed. Nedy builds an enchanting world blending fairy tale whimsy with philosophical depth as Michaela journeys through ethereal castles, aided by witches and sprites. While the intriguing premise surrounding vanity’s corrupting influence proves thought-provoking, the pacing bogs down at times when the plotting wanders. Nonetheless, vivid passages like Michaela’s entrancing vision of the divine showcase Nedy’s creativity and eye for wonder. Younger readers may lose the thread during dense spiritual interludes, yet the buildup to the climactic inner battle delivers a payoff worth the meandering path. With relatable themes of friendship and redemption underlining the fantasy, Nedy spins an uplifting tale proving dreams powered by goodness can prevail over nightmares. Whisking its heroine through grief and hope, “The Enchanted Lake” weaves magic around life’s essential truths.
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This is a story that left me enchanted, beautifully told tale about good and evil. Spiritual and magical. Loved it.
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This was an interesting fairy tale about good and evil and the consequences of choices. I thoroughly enjoyed this page-turner!
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I have been looking for a book/storyline to get into quickly, and I was very surprised by this little gem. The Fairy of the Enchanted Lake got me hooked at the book's preface, (which never happens). The author was attentive to detail and could flush out the beautiful world where the main character wanted to achieve her dreams. I really enjoyed how the author weaved the tale of both wanting your desires and the consequences that could go along with those desires if the character acted a certain way. Very good job!
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an interesting tale filled with unexpected twists and turns. It has some well developed characters that will intrigue and delight the reader.
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A captivating and multi-layered fantasy novel that weaves a tale of magic, inner battles, and redemption. The story of Michaela's journey from a humble village girl to a resident of a fairy-tale castle, only to confront the evil stirred within her, is both enchanting and thought-provoking. The author's unique blend of vivid storytelling, rooted in personal dreams and family lore, adds a depth of authenticity and wonder to the narrative. This book is more than just a fantasy adventure; it's a reflection on the complexities of life, making it a compelling read for those who enjoy stories that explore the darker aspects of magic and the human spirit. The richly imagined world and the moral lessons interwoven into the plot set this book apart, promising an unforgettable journey through a world where dreams and reality intertwine.
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I don’t read many fiction books because the stories don’t grab me and keep me engaged.
This book, however, did that. The characters were well developed and the story line was engaging.
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The Fairy of the Enchanted Lake is a wonderful book, a real treat for the whole family. It is an easy read full of unexpected twists and turns, and once the reader opens the first page, they are glued to this incredible story until the very end. The characters of the main protagonists are very well developed, and their emotions and motivations have a powerful effect on the storyline. I strongly recommend this book to everyone who would like to take some time off from the struggles of everyday life by immersing themselves in this wonderful world of fairy tales and magic.
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I really enjoyed reading this book. Once I started, I was so enthusiastic that I could not put it down, so keen was I to find out how the story ends. I liked the message behind the story that you should be careful what you wish for, as it is not always what you need, and sometimes it could go terribly wrong. Another lesson we can draw from this amazing fairy tale is that you should always be kind to others as you never know who you will need to help you. Excellent book!
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A book I read with great interest. Kris Nedy created a magical universe and raised philosophical questions about fundamental values and false hopes. Congratulations on the wonderful story! I look forward to the next book from this very promising writer.
