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Kids Fiction 730
A Tale within a Tale that is remarkable true.
Overall rating
 
4.5
Plot
 
4.0
Characters
 
4.0
Writing Style
 
5.0
Illustrations/Photos (if applicable)
 
5.0
What I liked:
A dragon used to live here is a children's tale told in a story. Two noble children happen to shoot an arrow into the castle's basement; for fear of getting into trouble for losing it, they knock on the door and ask for it back. What unfolds is a fantastical tale about their mother and an old friend, which involves details that the children are not so sure are accurate. The artwork that accompanies this novel is delightful and a perfect enhancement to a chapter book, perfect for early readers looking for a more extended read but not a massive amount of pages. This story is just over 200 pages long and is a quick, simple story.
Final Verdict:
The tale, of course, turns out to be accurate; a dragon did use to live there, mom did flake on her friend, and all is forgiven in the end. Just the way you expect a children's book to go, a beginning, a conflict, and excellent resolution. Meg is a captivating and accommodating storyteller, and children will enjoy exploring with the children as they try to determine just how much of Meg's story is true.
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