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Special Edition Fairies #3
Rainbow Magic Special Edition: Stella the Star Fairy
Rachel and Kirsty are off on another fairy adventure in this Rainbow Magic Special Edition, just in time for Christmas!
Stella the Star Fairy's magical Christmas ornaments are missing --- and Jack Frost's mischievous goblins are to blame! Without the ornaments, Christmas will lose its special sparkle.
If Rachel and Kirsty don't act fast, the holidays won't be very merry or bright! Can the girls help? Or will Jack Frost and his goblins find the ornaments first . . . and ruin Christmas for everyone?
Find the ornaments in all three stories inside this Rainbow Magic Special Edition, and help save the holiday sparkle!
Stella the Star Fairy's magical Christmas ornaments are missing --- and Jack Frost's mischievous goblins are to blame! Without the ornaments, Christmas will lose its special sparkle.
If Rachel and Kirsty don't act fast, the holidays won't be very merry or bright! Can the girls help? Or will Jack Frost and his goblins find the ornaments first . . . and ruin Christmas for everyone?
Find the ornaments in all three stories inside this Rainbow Magic Special Edition, and help save the holiday sparkle!
192 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published December 1, 2007
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About the author
Daisy Meadows
1,107 books724 followersDaisy Meadows is the pseudonym used for the four writers of the Rainbow Magic children's series: Narinder Dhami, Sue Bentley, Linda Chapman, and Sue Mongredien. Rainbow Magic features differing groups of fairies as main characters, including the Jewel fairies, Weather fairies, Pet fairies, Petal fairies, and Sporty fairies.
Narinder Dhami was born in Wolverhampton, England on November 15, 1958. She received a degree in English from Birmingham University in 1980. After having taught in primary and secondary schools for several years she began to write full-time. Dhami has published many retellings of popular Disney stories and wrote the Animal Stars and Babes series, the latter about young British girls of Asian origin. She lives in Cambridge, England with her husband and cats.
Sue Bentley was born in Northampton, England. She worked in a library after completing her education and began writing for children once her own began school. Bentley is the author of the Magic Kitten, Magic Puppy, and S Club series and lives in Northamptonshire.
Linda Chapman has written over 50 children's fiction books, including the following series: My Secret Unicorn, Stardust, Not Quite a Mermaid, and Unicorn School. She lives in Leicestershire with her husband and daughters.
Sue Mongredien was born in 1970 and grew up in Nottingham, England. She has published over 100 children's books, including the following series: The Adventures of Captain Pugwash, The Magic Key, Frightful Families, and Oliver Moon. She has also contributed many titles to the Sleepover Club series and written picture books. Mongredien created the Royal Ballet School Diaries under the pen name Alexandra Moss. She lives with her family in Bath, England.
Narinder Dhami was born in Wolverhampton, England on November 15, 1958. She received a degree in English from Birmingham University in 1980. After having taught in primary and secondary schools for several years she began to write full-time. Dhami has published many retellings of popular Disney stories and wrote the Animal Stars and Babes series, the latter about young British girls of Asian origin. She lives in Cambridge, England with her husband and cats.
Sue Bentley was born in Northampton, England. She worked in a library after completing her education and began writing for children once her own began school. Bentley is the author of the Magic Kitten, Magic Puppy, and S Club series and lives in Northamptonshire.
Linda Chapman has written over 50 children's fiction books, including the following series: My Secret Unicorn, Stardust, Not Quite a Mermaid, and Unicorn School. She lives in Leicestershire with her husband and daughters.
Sue Mongredien was born in 1970 and grew up in Nottingham, England. She has published over 100 children's books, including the following series: The Adventures of Captain Pugwash, The Magic Key, Frightful Families, and Oliver Moon. She has also contributed many titles to the Sleepover Club series and written picture books. Mongredien created the Royal Ballet School Diaries under the pen name Alexandra Moss. She lives with her family in Bath, England.
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November 4, 2019
These books are so popular with girls-they love them-ideal for those readers who are moving up and also for readers who just want something magical to read amongst all the other information children have to absorb in this day and age.
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June 16, 2014It's about getting 3 things back from goblins and the 3 things are Christmas star, glass ball and star. I liked the book because the goblin got confused about all the glass balls because Stella made more glass balls than just one and also one of the goblins was in his hut in goblin grotto and Stella, Kirsty and Rachel were peeking in the window and the goblin was relaxing in his chair.
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January 10, 2024childhood
April 1, 2013
Three stories in one!
Stella the Star Fairy can't keep Christmas bright and shiny without her three magical tree decorations. Can Kirsty and Rachel help her get them back to the Fairy tree by Christmas Eve, or will the season be ruined for Everyone?
This book is perfect for getting little girls in the mood and spirit of Christmas, read this to any little girl during christmas and watch as they get excited and watch as their imaginations grow.
Stella the Star Fairy can't keep Christmas bright and shiny without her three magical tree decorations. Can Kirsty and Rachel help her get them back to the Fairy tree by Christmas Eve, or will the season be ruined for Everyone?
This book is perfect for getting little girls in the mood and spirit of Christmas, read this to any little girl during christmas and watch as they get excited and watch as their imaginations grow.
August 27, 2013
(My overall review for the rainbow magic series)
These books were so magical to me as a child. They really got me into reading and I was so addicted. They helped me learn the colours of the rainbow and entertained me for several years. The books aren't very good. I've tried reading them again because I was interested in what I saw in them. The books are very similar and repetitive but to child version of me, they were completely perfect!
These books were so magical to me as a child. They really got me into reading and I was so addicted. They helped me learn the colours of the rainbow and entertained me for several years. The books aren't very good. I've tried reading them again because I was interested in what I saw in them. The books are very similar and repetitive but to child version of me, they were completely perfect!
November 29, 2009
One day,two girls went to fair,Suddenly a fairy came to them and said "Do you want to joy our club?".Then the two girls said"Yes."the faiy took the three girls to her club.they can eat food in there.After that they ate and ate.And then they went becked happily.
April 29, 2012
I like Stella the star fairy book because the regular are to easy. It is about Stella the fairy and her human friends Kirsty and Rachel. The group is trying to get back Stella's 3 ordaiments from the goblins and Jack Frost. You would like this book if you like fairies.
September 16, 2022
Rainbow Magic: Specials #3; Rainbow Magic #28.5. Between “The Jewel Fairies” & “The Pet Keeper Fairies”.
Published 2005.
Read an indefinite amount as a kid.
Really fun!
Some Notes:
- Stella is in charge of Christmas lights.
- Fairyland Christmas Tree
- Kirsty’s Home (Wetherbury Village)
— Makes sense, last Christmas was at Rachel’s house
- Goblin Grotto (first time here)
- Very good opening spell/poem this time
- 3 days before Christmas
- Christmas Fair! There are so many fun events in Wetherbury Village!
- You’d think Kirsty & Rachel would have wanted signs or something up in Goblin Grotto/Jack Frost’s Ice Palace given how they’re in every single adventure, yet the goblins never seem to recognise them?
- So, I understand that the Star decoration is important because without it the stars won’t shine & Santa can’t use them to navigate so nobody gets any presents, but can we just pause for a second? Is nobody concerned that without it, the stars are not able to shine? Like, the sky is just dark, nobody can see any stars at all? Because the text seems to suggest this. I am concerned with the implications here…
- Why do they have to fly back to Fairyland? They can’t just be magically teleported back?
Published 2005.
Read an indefinite amount as a kid.
Really fun!
Some Notes:
- Stella is in charge of Christmas lights.
- Fairyland Christmas Tree
- Kirsty’s Home (Wetherbury Village)
— Makes sense, last Christmas was at Rachel’s house
- Goblin Grotto (first time here)
- Very good opening spell/poem this time
- 3 days before Christmas
- Christmas Fair! There are so many fun events in Wetherbury Village!
- You’d think Kirsty & Rachel would have wanted signs or something up in Goblin Grotto/Jack Frost’s Ice Palace given how they’re in every single adventure, yet the goblins never seem to recognise them?
- So, I understand that the Star decoration is important because without it the stars won’t shine & Santa can’t use them to navigate so nobody gets any presents, but can we just pause for a second? Is nobody concerned that without it, the stars are not able to shine? Like, the sky is just dark, nobody can see any stars at all? Because the text seems to suggest this. I am concerned with the implications here…
- Why do they have to fly back to Fairyland? They can’t just be magically teleported back?
November 13, 2022
Daisy Meadows and her fairies are my childhood. I collected so many in my youth, knowing all the fairies and their importance, and sticking with the two special girls who go to be a part of the magic.
Years ago I had to give my beautiful collection away, now still part of my childhood school where little girls are picking their favourite fairies and playing pretend. It's fun to hear stories from my old teachers telling me how over the years so many students have grabbed these books and fallen in love with the tales of two girls, Jack Frost and the fabulous glittering magic that is the fairies.
On Christmas last year, my sister surprised me with a boxset of these books, but cause you cannot collect these darlings as easily anymore. I was over the moon!
If anyone has a little one who needs a little magic in their life, wants to read and needs a big creation to be hooked on...it is Daisy Meadows!
Years ago I had to give my beautiful collection away, now still part of my childhood school where little girls are picking their favourite fairies and playing pretend. It's fun to hear stories from my old teachers telling me how over the years so many students have grabbed these books and fallen in love with the tales of two girls, Jack Frost and the fabulous glittering magic that is the fairies.
On Christmas last year, my sister surprised me with a boxset of these books, but cause you cannot collect these darlings as easily anymore. I was over the moon!
If anyone has a little one who needs a little magic in their life, wants to read and needs a big creation to be hooked on...it is Daisy Meadows!
October 15, 2021
This book is written in three parts. The plot is fairly straightforward--three items are missing, and the two protagonists need to retrieve them. I liked the creativity with the items and their powers. Finding and collecting the items doesn't seem overly complicated in this collection, as they are hidden (in plain sight) close by. With that said, that seems to work well with the target age range. There are five chapters per section, so each portion of the plot moves quickly. Most pages have illustrations, which makes the book enjoyable and adds a bit more depth and humour. I've read two of these collections now. I preferred the other (Gabriella the Snow Kingdom Fairy), but both are good selections for younger readers.
June 26, 2017
I liked when the goblins had a snowball fight. I liked it because they fell down into the snow and everyone started laughing. I also liked this book because Kirsty and Rachel saved the day!
I liked this book because it was a very funny story and anybody could read it.
I liked this book because it was a very funny story and anybody could read it.
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August 2, 2020
Still best book 📖 I always love ❤️ your fairy 🧚♀️ book 📚 because the fairies 🧚♀️ And the girls Rachel walker and Kirsty are nice help and saves the world 🌍 for the goblins and always be brave to face the master of the goblins Jack Forst, ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ 👍
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July 15, 2022oh don't act like you never missed your childhood either
you can not and will not judge me (especially not once your dash/timeline/feed/whatever-its-called-on-goodreads is flooded with deltora quest books)
you can not and will not judge me (especially not once your dash/timeline/feed/whatever-its-called-on-goodreads is flooded with deltora quest books)
January 5, 2018
I really liked this book because Kirsty played a trick on the Goblin which was really funny!
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December 25, 2020I felt like rereading one of my old childhoood favorites. Still really loved it!
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July 19, 2023the special xmas word was 'present' :)
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April 10, 2024
Re-read this evening and I just love it! Nostalgic but also a really fun and genuinely uplifting story with gorgeous illustrations.
December 10, 2025
christmassy and magical
December 3, 2024
"Stella The Star Fairy: Special" is a delightful read that transports you into a whimsical world filled with magic and adventure! The enchanting illustrations beautifully complement the charming storyline, making it a feast for both the eyes and the imagination. Stella's journey teaches valuable lessons about friendship, courage, and believing in oneself, captivating readers of all ages. It’s a perfect blend of excitement and heartwarming moments that leaves you feeling uplifted. I couldn't put it down and can't wait to share it with friends and family! A truly special book that deserves all five stars!
October 30, 2015
In this vapid, pointless, one-of-a-million "value neutral" tale, two white middle-class girls have to interrupt their all important task of shopping (for Christmas presents) to help a bunch of fairies with magical powers but not much ability to act independently, to locate some stolen artifacts.
The artifacts then will restore middle-class Christmas for wealthy first-worlders in the "human world" (being a value-free text, the universality of consumerist Christmas is assumed).
I know, I know...hundreds of content-free, "innocent", feel-good kids movies (and more by the year) have much the same plot so why should I pick on this one? Except that I expect more from a children's book - there ought to be at least some ethical content or problematising- hell even a plot twist would be something.
So let's look again at the story. Why have these artifacts been stolen? Well it seems that the only reason for the theft is that mean, old Jack Frost is ugly and uncouth and in every way not like the pretty and well-dressed (there is quite a lot of space devoted to describing Stella, which makes me wonder if dolls or figurines are marketed for each of these bland books). Oh...and while we are looking at how ugly and non-conforming and non-popular Jack Frost is, lets remember that goblins can't even sing in tune (xenophobic undertones...remembering that the children and fairies all seem to be white as well?)
It's not necessary to write crap like this to make girls read, it is easy money but serves no useful purpose in a world where there are far, far better books available. Please don't give this to children you love. Vapid? It doesn't even have characters, you could substitute Rachel for Kirsty or Kirsty for Rachel and not notice- the parents are cardboard cutouts and we learn nothing about the fairy except her outfit and the fact she is in charge of (the narrowly conceived) Christmas.
Oh well, at least it technically passes the Bechdel test :/
The artifacts then will restore middle-class Christmas for wealthy first-worlders in the "human world" (being a value-free text, the universality of consumerist Christmas is assumed).
I know, I know...hundreds of content-free, "innocent", feel-good kids movies (and more by the year) have much the same plot so why should I pick on this one? Except that I expect more from a children's book - there ought to be at least some ethical content or problematising- hell even a plot twist would be something.
So let's look again at the story. Why have these artifacts been stolen? Well it seems that the only reason for the theft is that mean, old Jack Frost is ugly and uncouth and in every way not like the pretty and well-dressed (there is quite a lot of space devoted to describing Stella, which makes me wonder if dolls or figurines are marketed for each of these bland books). Oh...and while we are looking at how ugly and non-conforming and non-popular Jack Frost is, lets remember that goblins can't even sing in tune (xenophobic undertones...remembering that the children and fairies all seem to be white as well?)
It's not necessary to write crap like this to make girls read, it is easy money but serves no useful purpose in a world where there are far, far better books available. Please don't give this to children you love. Vapid? It doesn't even have characters, you could substitute Rachel for Kirsty or Kirsty for Rachel and not notice- the parents are cardboard cutouts and we learn nothing about the fairy except her outfit and the fact she is in charge of (the narrowly conceived) Christmas.
Oh well, at least it technically passes the Bechdel test :/
February 12, 2008
Stella the Star Fairy can't keep Christmas bright and shiny without her three magical tree decortions.So Rachel and Kirsty must help Stella to keep the three tree decorations,because if that tree decorations isn't here,the season will be ruined for everyone.
May 14, 2011
I read this to my little sister as a bed time story, it's quick and easy separated into three sections, taking us only three nights to read. When she first picked out this book I wasn't so sure, but I was shocked at how enjoyable I found it! :0)
January 6, 2012
I don't care how old I am, I love these books! I last read them about 5 years ago which was when I read this I think. I was about 15 then, yeah...not the exact target range ay? But I seriously love them!
July 18, 2016
Stella has lost her magical Christmas decorations. Without them, Christmas won't be as pretty. Can Rachel and Kristy help Stella get her decorations back before Jack Frost and his goblins find them first?
This book is great! I really like it. You should read this book.
This book is great! I really like it. You should read this book.
September 24, 2015
Cute little story to read to your kids if you have any. Kadence checked it out from the library at school. I enjoy spending the quality time with her and her sister. As long as they let me read to them I'm gonna do it.
January 4, 2016
This was a really cute book. Read it to my 7 year old niece on our family road trip. Was nice to have a few little illustrations to give her a little more of a picture of what's happening in the story.
April 6, 2008
I will only do a review of the RAINBOW MAGIC Series if i LOVE it! I have READ all the series!!! So i will just add it WITHOUT a review. OKAY?? bye
February 15, 2009
I got this book for Christmas from Santa and I love it just like all the other Rainbow Magic books. (It's a 5, just like all the others!)
December 9, 2009
Great book First Chapter book I ever read...:)
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