The Never Girls Collection #1

Disney Fairies: The Never Girls #1-4

by Kiki Thorpe

In a blink of an eye, the wishes of four best friends come trueNthey're whisked off to Never Land, home to Tinker Bell and her fairy friends. This attractive box contains the first four Never Girls adventures: "In a Blink, The Space Between, A Dandelion Wish, " and "From the Mist." Illustrations.

Genres: Childrens, Fiction, Kids, Middle Grade, Chapter Books

128 pages, Paperback

First published September 24, 2013

About the author

KIKI THORPE has written or adapted over fifty books for children. A former children's book editor, she now writes full time from San Francisco.

Reviews

[Edie P · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book. It reminds me of Peter Pan, I actually think she took some things from Peter Pan, and added it into the story. Please like my comment if you think it is good and appropriate. Thank you! If you're wondering, I started July 24, 2014. I finished it today. If you're wondering why it took me so long, it took me a while to find the fourth book, Into the Mist, my favorite one! Now, thank you.

[Booktastically Amazing · Rating 5 out of 5]

I got drunk off this book's smell.

I remember it quite well so maybe the hangover wasn't that intense.

[Ashley Sosa · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Never Girls In A Blink by Kiki Thorpe is about 4 girls that are best friends and while they were playing a game they saw a fairy. But on accident the fairy took the girls to Neverland. I really like this book because it talks about Neverland which I like Peter Pan so there is connection of the same land. I prefer that this could be more of a 5th grade book because there words that the reader has to understand.

[min125 · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was very magical. (Typed by K8)

[Elle · Rating 4 out of 5]

They are so good it is about 4 girls that go to never land and have magical adventures

[julies · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my comfort books.

[Jordan Prairie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE IT! The story is every girl's dream land that I wish I lived in. Obviously if I had my family with me. But the story is so unique and has great relationships in the book. ❤️

[Ni · Rating 5 out of 5]

God I read these books (specifically only 1-11) so long ago but they were so special to me, literally such a good series for children. Honestly contemplating getting the rest of the books and re-reading them as an adult.

[Courtney · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kid's Perspective (Age 6)
I read these aloud to my 6 year old & she really enjoys them. She would probably give these a 4-5 star rating. She loves guessing how the "problem" will be solved (how will the girls get back to Never Land or Get back home, etc.) She definitely wants to continue them. From her perspective: great series

As a parent, I have mostly pros & a few knit-picks
PROS:
- This is one of the FEW series I have found that don't contain bullying behavior, inappropriate language or word choices (ex: stupid, idiot, kill, punch). You wouldn't think that would be hard to find in CHILDREN'S BOOKS, but it is! I appreciate the very mild/G-rated content here. This is definitely boosting my rating to 4 stars despite the cons I have
- It is whimsical but also gives my 6 year old that hope of fairies or magic being possible. At the least, it inspires her to believe and it is precious
- I think the ratio of words to pictures is great for early readers. My 6 year old enjoys the pictures that occur every few pages. I would think by 8+ she wouldn't need as many. The beginning of each chapter has the exact same tree branch but scattered through the leaves are tiny objects related to the chapter ahead. She loves guessing why a certain object is there before we read on

Cons (if I am knit-picking)
- Sometimes when we end the book, I ask myself, "did anything happen? what was the actual plot?" TBH, there isn't *much* of a plot and, if so, it is the same plot each time. Again, love it for my 6 year old but she will outgrow this closer to its intended audience.
- Lack of diversity. Sure, two characters are standing-in as the chosen Latinx folk, but it is very much white-presenting. All the fairies are white. There has maybe been the mention of ONE male fairy but he was not referred to as "fairy" but instead some other name. I think there isn't anything wrong with a boy identifying as a fairy and he could have been a fairy. But whatever...
- By book 3, I did have some authority-respecting questions. The character lies to her parents and endangers her sister by her choices. This was just a teaching moment for me as a parent to help my daughter understand why XYZ could result in XYZ. But it was minor!


Overall: I would recommend for ages 5+ as beginner chapter books to read aloud. Older kids who can read on their own will love it, too. It is innocent + mild.

[Kathy Russell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love This Tale of Fairies and Little girls

Very endearing, sweet, interesting and Different
Smiles
I love all the characters and their adventurous ways
An easy read with the pictures and the short chapters

[Erica Rupp · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've had these books and I've been wanting to read them so bad😣😭😭😭😭😭😭😩😔😌😃

[Cassie Webb · Rating 3 out of 5]

"The Never Girls Collection Part 1" is an enchanting series that I adored during my childhood, and it remains just as delightful today. This collection stands out as one of the few series that is free from bullying behavior, inappropriate language, or unsuitable word choices, making it perfect for young children aged 5-10 years old. I would read this with my own children and recommend others read this series with their daughters.

[Minami Yano · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book was interesting but definitely not my type. I enjoyed the little pictures in the book even though I thought it was more for kids younger than me. The book was too short and too girly for me. I never went on to the second book. I honestly did not really like this book. I also did not understand why there was a Tinker Bell and Fawn from Disney's Tinker Bell movie.

[Katy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read these at the urging of a 6 year old. They are totally fine for what they are, but they are definitely not written for an adult! Said 6 year old really enjoys them, and I've noticed a lot more fairy play around the house lately. I can't really fault any book that encourages imaginative play.

[Louise · Rating 5 out of 5]

JUJUR KOLEKSI BUKU INI UDAH PERNAH AKU BACA DULU DI LIBRARY SEKOLAH PAS KELAS 5 SD.... but sadly aku udh lupa sm alur dan para tokohnya :( tp yg pasti ini seru bgt, kalau gak salah ada magic magicnya gt deehh. brb, bakalan cb baca koleksi ini lg

[Faith M:) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love these books:) So sweet❤️

[Tona-T · Rating 5 out of 5]

Congratulations!!
It´s a good bock, it´s very interesting.

[OlivePotter · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW.

[patty murray · Rating 5 out of 5]

it was a good book

[I Am]

Cute adaptation of the fairy tale world in Never land. Character's personalities shine through the actions they do while in different situations. Ages 6+

[Abigail · Rating 4 out of 5]

They were good books.

[Alysia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Posting on behalf of my nine year old daughter who loves these books.

[Mahra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good books

[Maria lopez · Rating 5 out of 5]

I want you to write my books

[Allison Guess · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really like these books because they are about fairy tale stories and they are my favorite books and I'm reading one right now witch is a fairy gets a gift
😃😃🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂

[Leila Gookins]

I read the first one and I loved it. Its a really good book and an easy quicker read.

[Yas · Rating 1 out of 5]

I could never really get into this series and force myself to read it as a kid, boring :/

[Thalia S. A. · Rating 4 out of 5]

A magical story (literally). It was very interesting and cool. I enjoyed it.

[Corey Wilson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun read with the kiddo

[Emily Olsen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I gave this a 4 star because I read it with my 7 year old and she loved them! They are fun quick stories