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Lark and the Wild Hunt
The Real Boy meets The Girl Who Drank the Moon in this magical middle grade adventure, which takes readers deep into the world of the fae on one brave young girl’s quest to save her brother.
Never trust a fae.
Lark Mairen knows this. In her village, the border between the fae and human worlds is as thin as a whisper, and fae trickery is nothing new.
But Lark’s brother, Galin, has just disappeared into the fae realm while racing in the deadly Wild Hunt, and Lark’s only lead is a mysterious fae boy called Rook.
To save her brother, she’ll have to trust Rook—even if it takes her into the dangerous fae kingdom, where she’ll untangle riddles, navigate labyrinths, and face the wicked king himself.
From the author of The Last Windwitch, Lark and the Wild Hunt is the perfect blend of classic folklore and new twists, with a protagonist who will show readers that failure is nothing to fear—and resilience, bravery, and friendship can overcome even the most daunting adversaries.
Never trust a fae.
Lark Mairen knows this. In her village, the border between the fae and human worlds is as thin as a whisper, and fae trickery is nothing new.
But Lark’s brother, Galin, has just disappeared into the fae realm while racing in the deadly Wild Hunt, and Lark’s only lead is a mysterious fae boy called Rook.
To save her brother, she’ll have to trust Rook—even if it takes her into the dangerous fae kingdom, where she’ll untangle riddles, navigate labyrinths, and face the wicked king himself.
From the author of The Last Windwitch, Lark and the Wild Hunt is the perfect blend of classic folklore and new twists, with a protagonist who will show readers that failure is nothing to fear—and resilience, bravery, and friendship can overcome even the most daunting adversaries.
480 pages, Hardcover
First published July 5, 2022
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July 22, 2022
Original review: I'm not usually one to get my hopes up before I start reading, but MAN, the cover of this one alone tells me that's it's probably a good one!
*siiiiigh* I got my hopes up for a book worth
Three
Effin'
Stars
Maaan, I really wanted to love this book. For Christ’s sake, it was a birthday gift! That was the one and only reason I didn’t drop it by chapter 10!
But it moved
So
Damn
Slow!
A huge chunk in the middle was just Lark a g o n i z i n g over the moonclock, and it got really, really monotonous after a while.
And the non-monotonous parts weren’t all that strong, either. When the story wasn’t milking a moment for all the angst it was worth, it was jumping around like a cricket. For example, before the Mayfair feast, Lark and her sister, Sage, go from worrying about Galin to squealing about pretty new dresses in about ten seconds flat.
At the very least, couldn’t those two have been flipped? First the girls get excited about the dresses, and then start worrying about Galin? That would make a whole lot more sense than what we got in the book.
The only reason I’m giving this book three stars is because the climax was fun. , and the ending was sweet.
*siiiiigh* I got my hopes up for a book worth
Three
Effin'
Stars
Maaan, I really wanted to love this book. For Christ’s sake, it was a birthday gift! That was the one and only reason I didn’t drop it by chapter 10!
But it moved
So
Damn
Slow!
A huge chunk in the middle was just Lark a g o n i z i n g over the moonclock, and it got really, really monotonous after a while.
And the non-monotonous parts weren’t all that strong, either. When the story wasn’t milking a moment for all the angst it was worth, it was jumping around like a cricket. For example, before the Mayfair feast, Lark and her sister, Sage, go from worrying about Galin to squealing about pretty new dresses in about ten seconds flat.
At the very least, couldn’t those two have been flipped? First the girls get excited about the dresses, and then start worrying about Galin? That would make a whole lot more sense than what we got in the book.
The only reason I’m giving this book three stars is because the climax was fun. , and the ending was sweet.
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August 5, 2022.............................lark... is such a rare name.
its.. my name.
its.. my name.
May 21, 2022
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November 12, 2024
A wonderful adventure!
I absolutely loved this book! It's full of fun and mischief, daring and danger, uncertainty and moral courage! What a romp through the fairy wood!!
I absolutely loved this book! It's full of fun and mischief, daring and danger, uncertainty and moral courage! What a romp through the fairy wood!!
March 7, 2022
What worked:
The author crafts a mysterious adventure of Fae and magic. The Wild Hunt is supposed to return any lingering magic to the Fae world, but something has gone wrong this year. Lark’s brother disappears during the hunt, and she’s determined to find a way to bring him home. She’s the first to suspect there’s a bigger problem, but no one understands what’s actually happening. Wildkins shouldn’t be appearing the day after the Wild Hunt, and they’ve taken a special interest in what Lark is doing. Why are the Fae so interested in the broken pieces of metal she’s been given?
The author methodically develops the conflict, but I don’t find the plot slow-moving. The adventure reads like a mystery, as Lark tries to figure out the unknown problem with the Fae. Hints are dropped throughout the plot that point to a more serious issue humans have yet to learn. The border between the magical Fae world and the human world is getting weaker, and there may be violations of the Accord agreement that could lead to war. The tension and suspense grow as this conflict worsens and the plot nears a deadline.
Lark is the protagonist, and she doesn’t have any superpowers or special abilities, except a talent for repairing things. As with many books, the main character keeps secrets from her family and other adults, because she thinks they’ll stop her from helping. Lark is supposed to build a Moonclock that can restore order to the border, but she has no idea how to do it or how to make it work. Her main motivations are to rescue her brother, protect her sister from participating in the next dangerous hunt, and repair damage to the border. She must deal with an internal conflict since all humans know that Faes cannot be trusted. A Fae boy named Rook offers assistance, so Lark’s not convinced he’s sincerely helping. The fact that Fae cannot tell lies forces Lark and readers to infer the truth behind Rook’s words.
What didn’t work as well:
Some readers might like a faster-moving story, and I normally do as well. However, the various subplots involving the Moonclock, Lark and her family, Rook, and the big conflict between the Fae and human worlds provide variety to readers.
The Final Verdict:
Keeping the peace. This book is much more than I expected, and I highly recommend you give it a shot. The blend of family, adventure, mystery, and magic is sure to entertain middle-grade readers.
The author crafts a mysterious adventure of Fae and magic. The Wild Hunt is supposed to return any lingering magic to the Fae world, but something has gone wrong this year. Lark’s brother disappears during the hunt, and she’s determined to find a way to bring him home. She’s the first to suspect there’s a bigger problem, but no one understands what’s actually happening. Wildkins shouldn’t be appearing the day after the Wild Hunt, and they’ve taken a special interest in what Lark is doing. Why are the Fae so interested in the broken pieces of metal she’s been given?
The author methodically develops the conflict, but I don’t find the plot slow-moving. The adventure reads like a mystery, as Lark tries to figure out the unknown problem with the Fae. Hints are dropped throughout the plot that point to a more serious issue humans have yet to learn. The border between the magical Fae world and the human world is getting weaker, and there may be violations of the Accord agreement that could lead to war. The tension and suspense grow as this conflict worsens and the plot nears a deadline.
Lark is the protagonist, and she doesn’t have any superpowers or special abilities, except a talent for repairing things. As with many books, the main character keeps secrets from her family and other adults, because she thinks they’ll stop her from helping. Lark is supposed to build a Moonclock that can restore order to the border, but she has no idea how to do it or how to make it work. Her main motivations are to rescue her brother, protect her sister from participating in the next dangerous hunt, and repair damage to the border. She must deal with an internal conflict since all humans know that Faes cannot be trusted. A Fae boy named Rook offers assistance, so Lark’s not convinced he’s sincerely helping. The fact that Fae cannot tell lies forces Lark and readers to infer the truth behind Rook’s words.
What didn’t work as well:
Some readers might like a faster-moving story, and I normally do as well. However, the various subplots involving the Moonclock, Lark and her family, Rook, and the big conflict between the Fae and human worlds provide variety to readers.
The Final Verdict:
Keeping the peace. This book is much more than I expected, and I highly recommend you give it a shot. The blend of family, adventure, mystery, and magic is sure to entertain middle-grade readers.
August 10, 2022
I loved Jennifer Adam's THE LAST WINDWITCH, but I have to say, I love this one even more. LARK is compelling from the very first chapter. While the missing sibling trope may be familiar to middle grade readers, this one has a surprising twist about what happened and why her brother has not come home. (I'll avoid spoilers!) This story full of fey trickery and the divide between the magical and human worlds is perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass series (without the adult content of the later books). Lark is a fun character and I loved her curiousity and inventiveness as she deals with the wildness of the Shadowhorses and navigates the quiet intricacies of clockwork.
Highly recommend!
Highly recommend!
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September 19, 2022Lush middle grade fantasy about a girl determined to save her brother, who got stuck in faerie during the last wild hunt. Recommended for fans of Emily Lloyd Jones. Good for upper MG/lower YA readers.
July 4, 2022
I have been a big fan of fae stories since I read my first one in high school, especially those that deal with different fae for each season. When I read the description for this book, it drew me in, and I knew that I had to read it.
Lark's adventure in this story takes its time, which I enjoyed thoroughly. The reader gets to know Lark, her family, and her village throughout the story. We learn about their customs and how they were created with the fae. This was through great descriptions, the interactions of the town, and also just their way of speaking. I loved the lines like "rust and ruin" that they would say. It made the world feel more grounded. Fantasy worlds with their own way of talking and world concepts are always my favorites. We also get to know the fae world as a whole, which was one of this novel's best parts. I enjoyed the aspects of that, but I will not spoil that here.
The story is from Lark's perspective, and she was the perfect protagonist for this story. I am glad middle-grade readers will get to read a story from such a strong female character like Lark. She works hard to save her siblings throughout the story and help her family. Also, she's not perfect and makes mistakes, which I'm always glad to see. Her brother's line "one chance" was beautiful and a great message for young and older readers.
The Wild Hunt and the celebrations at the start of the different seasons were other aspects of the book that stood out. The descriptions in these parts were standouts in the book. I loved the market scene when Lark finally got to go for the first time. The thrill of that for her and how wild it all was because of everything that has changed because of what is happening with the faes and their world. I like how we got to see the end of the wild hunt at the beginning of the book and how that was a catalyst for the rest of the plot. Then, when we finally see another one, we have the context of how they are supposed to go and also the worry of what will happen with it.
Overall, I believe this was a great fantasy book with a strong female protagonist, a rich fantasy world that draws you in, and a story that has you feeling for the characters. Great for younger and older readers alike.
*Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for my ARC of this book. All opinions are my own.*
Lark's adventure in this story takes its time, which I enjoyed thoroughly. The reader gets to know Lark, her family, and her village throughout the story. We learn about their customs and how they were created with the fae. This was through great descriptions, the interactions of the town, and also just their way of speaking. I loved the lines like "rust and ruin" that they would say. It made the world feel more grounded. Fantasy worlds with their own way of talking and world concepts are always my favorites. We also get to know the fae world as a whole, which was one of this novel's best parts. I enjoyed the aspects of that, but I will not spoil that here.
The story is from Lark's perspective, and she was the perfect protagonist for this story. I am glad middle-grade readers will get to read a story from such a strong female character like Lark. She works hard to save her siblings throughout the story and help her family. Also, she's not perfect and makes mistakes, which I'm always glad to see. Her brother's line "one chance" was beautiful and a great message for young and older readers.
The Wild Hunt and the celebrations at the start of the different seasons were other aspects of the book that stood out. The descriptions in these parts were standouts in the book. I loved the market scene when Lark finally got to go for the first time. The thrill of that for her and how wild it all was because of everything that has changed because of what is happening with the faes and their world. I like how we got to see the end of the wild hunt at the beginning of the book and how that was a catalyst for the rest of the plot. Then, when we finally see another one, we have the context of how they are supposed to go and also the worry of what will happen with it.
Overall, I believe this was a great fantasy book with a strong female protagonist, a rich fantasy world that draws you in, and a story that has you feeling for the characters. Great for younger and older readers alike.
*Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for my ARC of this book. All opinions are my own.*
December 21, 2024
"Patience is often the most important tool when dealing with a problem."
Lark and the Wild Hunt starts with Lark's brother going missing after participating in the Wild Hunt: an annual event where the Fae and mortals participate in clearing the Fae from the mortal side of the veil. But something strange happened at this hunt apart from Lark's brother going missing. Fae are still crossing over the veil, causing mischief, and magic seem to be failing. Lark may be the only hope in recovering her brother as well as magic.
I really enjoy Adam's writing style in this one; it is very descriptive and atmospheric. She beautifully manages to convey both the fun and whimsical side of the Fae as well as the more malicious and tricky nature of them. I really enjoyed how Adam managed to bring old superstitions to life in this new and fascinating setting. Every time Lark interacted with the Fae, everything became so vivid - there were even some moments that were quite chilling and scary!
However, we also spent vast amount of time in this book with Lark trying to figure out what is going on, reiterating the same information again and again, and trying to fix a clock. I felt that the story dragged a bit in the first half due to this. And some of my feelings are definitely due to the fact that I am not the target audience, so I did possess some critical thinking skills and could figure out some of the plot. Normally, this doesn't annoy me much, but Lark kept reminding us of the same facts without acting on them, so I got a bit annoyed. I definitely enjoyed the second half much more than the first half because the Fae played a bigger role.
As with all middle-grade novels that I don't absolutely fall in love with, I always mention that I am not the target audience for this book. Of course, I get annoyed that none of the adults possess any critical thinking skills and Lark has to do everything. But to a child reading this book, I don't think that they will have the same annoyances as I did. So if you or a child you know is into faeries and fantasy, then I would definitely recommend this book!
Lark and the Wild Hunt starts with Lark's brother going missing after participating in the Wild Hunt: an annual event where the Fae and mortals participate in clearing the Fae from the mortal side of the veil. But something strange happened at this hunt apart from Lark's brother going missing. Fae are still crossing over the veil, causing mischief, and magic seem to be failing. Lark may be the only hope in recovering her brother as well as magic.
I really enjoy Adam's writing style in this one; it is very descriptive and atmospheric. She beautifully manages to convey both the fun and whimsical side of the Fae as well as the more malicious and tricky nature of them. I really enjoyed how Adam managed to bring old superstitions to life in this new and fascinating setting. Every time Lark interacted with the Fae, everything became so vivid - there were even some moments that were quite chilling and scary!
However, we also spent vast amount of time in this book with Lark trying to figure out what is going on, reiterating the same information again and again, and trying to fix a clock. I felt that the story dragged a bit in the first half due to this. And some of my feelings are definitely due to the fact that I am not the target audience, so I did possess some critical thinking skills and could figure out some of the plot. Normally, this doesn't annoy me much, but Lark kept reminding us of the same facts without acting on them, so I got a bit annoyed. I definitely enjoyed the second half much more than the first half because the Fae played a bigger role.
As with all middle-grade novels that I don't absolutely fall in love with, I always mention that I am not the target audience for this book. Of course, I get annoyed that none of the adults possess any critical thinking skills and Lark has to do everything. But to a child reading this book, I don't think that they will have the same annoyances as I did. So if you or a child you know is into faeries and fantasy, then I would definitely recommend this book!
February 17, 2022
trigger warning
When her brother disappears on the night of the Wild Hunt, Lark's only hope is that Rook can help - but Rook is a fae, and you're not supposed to trust them. Ever.
At first I had trouble finding into this story, but the second half was a fun adventure.
Lark comes from a family who breeds Shadowbreds, half horse half fairy shadow, but she is not a good rider. Her talent is fixing things, up to a grade at which she can coax one of the Elders, who is a clocksmith, to share his tricks with her despite her young age.
Lark is twelve, and in some parts, this reads like early YA, it's somewhere on the border between the genres, quite fittingly as the plot is literally about preserving the border between the mortal realm and the fae world.
I really liked that Lark does not force her way into the riding competition to win a spot for the Wild Hunt, but instead cheers those on who have a real chance of doing this, and concentrates on her own talents. A lot of authors would not have been able to ignore the temptation of making the protagonist join in the one big thing, so kudos to Jennifer Adam for that.
The flashy thing is not always the wisest choice.
Another thing I liked is the duality of the Fae, depicted in all it's beauty and weirdness. Far too often in modern literature they're one or the other, when the problem in all the myths seems to be that when you think you have them pinned down, everything changes.
Lastly, yay for standalone fantasy. We need more of that.
The arc was provided by the publisher.
When her brother disappears on the night of the Wild Hunt, Lark's only hope is that Rook can help - but Rook is a fae, and you're not supposed to trust them. Ever.
At first I had trouble finding into this story, but the second half was a fun adventure.
Lark comes from a family who breeds Shadowbreds, half horse half fairy shadow, but she is not a good rider. Her talent is fixing things, up to a grade at which she can coax one of the Elders, who is a clocksmith, to share his tricks with her despite her young age.
Lark is twelve, and in some parts, this reads like early YA, it's somewhere on the border between the genres, quite fittingly as the plot is literally about preserving the border between the mortal realm and the fae world.
I really liked that Lark does not force her way into the riding competition to win a spot for the Wild Hunt, but instead cheers those on who have a real chance of doing this, and concentrates on her own talents. A lot of authors would not have been able to ignore the temptation of making the protagonist join in the one big thing, so kudos to Jennifer Adam for that.
The flashy thing is not always the wisest choice.
Another thing I liked is the duality of the Fae, depicted in all it's beauty and weirdness. Far too often in modern literature they're one or the other, when the problem in all the myths seems to be that when you think you have them pinned down, everything changes.
Lastly, yay for standalone fantasy. We need more of that.
The arc was provided by the publisher.
August 14, 2024
This book had a decent premise and some fun characters. Overall, the book was solidly fine.
weak points:
- uneven descriptions (overly-detailed on parts that didn't seem important, while conversely lacking details on some core elements). It felt like the author forgot that she knew the world better than her readers would. as such, her descriptions on core things (such as the parameters for the Wild Hunt) were looser, more like reminders to those already familiar as opposed to informative for those new to the world
- emotions were not really shown. Lark's brother is missing. Despite the repeated references to his absence, there are few to no examples of Lark actually grieving or stumbling into sadness at him being gone until fairly late in the book
- some words/phrases were used slightly incorrectly
strong points:
- showed progression over time, with Lark investing time to develop skills
- interesting animals, wildkins
- showed how bravery is not the absence of fear but the willingness to do something hard
overall, it was an enjoyable story. there were occasional challenges with engaging when I was lacking some details, but overall it works as a story and has fascinating magic/fae elements
weak points:
- uneven descriptions (overly-detailed on parts that didn't seem important, while conversely lacking details on some core elements). It felt like the author forgot that she knew the world better than her readers would. as such, her descriptions on core things (such as the parameters for the Wild Hunt) were looser, more like reminders to those already familiar as opposed to informative for those new to the world
- emotions were not really shown. Lark's brother is missing. Despite the repeated references to his absence, there are few to no examples of Lark actually grieving or stumbling into sadness at him being gone until fairly late in the book
- some words/phrases were used slightly incorrectly
strong points:
- showed progression over time, with Lark investing time to develop skills
- interesting animals, wildkins
- showed how bravery is not the absence of fear but the willingness to do something hard
overall, it was an enjoyable story. there were occasional challenges with engaging when I was lacking some details, but overall it works as a story and has fascinating magic/fae elements
August 26, 2024
I wanted to like this book, but I just couldn't. I read the entire thing, although I'm not sure why. Here are some of my main complaints.
- the characters were one dimensional. The premise of the book is Lark needs to save her brother from the Faes, but as a reader, we don't care about her brother at all. There's no emotional pull. And that goes for every single character, except maybe Rook.
- throughout the book it goes back and forth between Lark doubting herself and anxiety spiraling about worst case scenarios because she can't fix the clock, and every single person around her telling her to stay home because she is too young. Over and over again.
- this book is LONG but written soooo simply. The simplicity is like 1st grade level. But the length is high school! And I suppose none of it matters because the story fell flat anyway.
I normally don't give such strong negative reviews. But im kind of irritated I spent so much time reading a book that I didn't even enjoy, when I couldve been reading something actually good.
- the characters were one dimensional. The premise of the book is Lark needs to save her brother from the Faes, but as a reader, we don't care about her brother at all. There's no emotional pull. And that goes for every single character, except maybe Rook.
- throughout the book it goes back and forth between Lark doubting herself and anxiety spiraling about worst case scenarios because she can't fix the clock, and every single person around her telling her to stay home because she is too young. Over and over again.
- this book is LONG but written soooo simply. The simplicity is like 1st grade level. But the length is high school! And I suppose none of it matters because the story fell flat anyway.
I normally don't give such strong negative reviews. But im kind of irritated I spent so much time reading a book that I didn't even enjoy, when I couldve been reading something actually good.
January 1, 2023
I read this book this week. It's not quite as good as Jennifer's first one (The Last Windwitch), but it has a similar setting and similar characters and it's almost as good. (The first book was a very high bar to clear anyway.)
I really liked Lark as a character, and the fairy lore was both familiar and new. The setting felt very horse-girl-ish, which I actually liked, because it wasn't done in a contrived or annoying way. I liked Sage as well, but not Galen. He seemed like a pointless and annoying brother who ran away without explaining why and then couldn't be bothered to feel bad about it. I almost felt like Lark shouldn't have wasted her time saving him.
The narration is beautiful and the final quarter of the book is fast-paced, though the first 75% doesn't need to be as long as it is.
I really liked Lark as a character, and the fairy lore was both familiar and new. The setting felt very horse-girl-ish, which I actually liked, because it wasn't done in a contrived or annoying way. I liked Sage as well, but not Galen. He seemed like a pointless and annoying brother who ran away without explaining why and then couldn't be bothered to feel bad about it. I almost felt like Lark shouldn't have wasted her time saving him.
The narration is beautiful and the final quarter of the book is fast-paced, though the first 75% doesn't need to be as long as it is.
April 23, 2022
ARC provided by Edelweiss through Northshire Bookstore
A nice change of pace from reading adult sci-fi/fantasy. The story of adventure is filled with fae-magic and follows a young girl on her quest to save her brother. The writing is simpler, with fewer world details than a YA would offer (but good for a middle reader). It does offer some insight into the main characters growth, thoughts, and feelings. I would have liked a little more of the knowledge she learns of clock-repair (but I'm also a detail person). It is written from one perspective and might be a bit slow to get started for some readers as the big action comes closer to the end. I enjoyed this easier read and young fantasy readers will definitely like to step into this world of magic, clocks, and riddles.
A nice change of pace from reading adult sci-fi/fantasy. The story of adventure is filled with fae-magic and follows a young girl on her quest to save her brother. The writing is simpler, with fewer world details than a YA would offer (but good for a middle reader). It does offer some insight into the main characters growth, thoughts, and feelings. I would have liked a little more of the knowledge she learns of clock-repair (but I'm also a detail person). It is written from one perspective and might be a bit slow to get started for some readers as the big action comes closer to the end. I enjoyed this easier read and young fantasy readers will definitely like to step into this world of magic, clocks, and riddles.
December 14, 2022
Lark and her family are devastated when her brother doesn't return from the wild hunt and appears to be trapped in the land of the Fae. Lark has also discovered that something has happened to the Harvest King, one of the Fae royal court, as protections for mortals from magical charms and creatures begin to fail. She discovers the broken pieces to the Harvest King's moon clock and a race against time begins. Can she repair it and restore everything? Her family? Balance between the two worlds? It's all very exciting and the world building is detailed but not confusing. A great read. At over 470 pages though I'd recommend it for a middle school and up library - nothing wrong with the content; it is just A LOT of book.
August 19, 2022
4.5 🌟 I really enjoyed this book! The stakes were high from the start and the pacing was nicely done. Full of tension suited for a world on the tipping point of war. A good intro into more complex concepts of court intrigue and fantasy politics. This book is perfect, I believe, for tweens / beginner YA kiddos (upper middle
Grade) who are looking for more complex middle grade novels but with some YA themes. There’s some darkness to it and the tiniest bit of romance (side characters). Also great themes of not giving up when we fail and trying again. It’s like the little sister novel of Holly Black’s YA series “Folk of The Air”. Totally recommend it.
Grade) who are looking for more complex middle grade novels but with some YA themes. There’s some darkness to it and the tiniest bit of romance (side characters). Also great themes of not giving up when we fail and trying again. It’s like the little sister novel of Holly Black’s YA series “Folk of The Air”. Totally recommend it.
July 22, 2022
A beautiful and magical world and adventure full of heart, tension, thrills, fae, and horses. I loved the main character Lark and her need to fix everything perfectly-so me! The perfectionist came out strong in this book and I loved the overall message. I will always recommend Jennifer Adam for fantasy lovers. She builds beautiful worlds and characters.
August 21, 2022
This was a wonderful book about fae, magic, adventure and mystery. This author is local to me and I was thrilled when my local librarian turned me on to her first book The Last Wind Witch. I am definitely a fan and hope she writes many more wonderful books. I would recommend if you like Holly Black,The Girl Who Drank the Moon and young adult books about Faerie and magic.
December 31, 2022
This was a fun, middle-grade fantasy novel. I found it a little slow at times when we got stuck in the minutiae of the story and my mind would start to wonder. Overall, the story was good. I liked how the story was wrapped up for the ending. I would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys reading books about fae.
October 14, 2022
Another lovely story from Jennifer Adam.
Lark is a plucky young girl who knows that sometimes you just have to take matters into your own hands.
Cute story for anyone, with a good amount of twists and turns.
Lark is a plucky young girl who knows that sometimes you just have to take matters into your own hands.
Cute story for anyone, with a good amount of twists and turns.
December 26, 2022
Appropriate for: age 11+
I LOVED this book! One of my favorite books this year. I loved Lark and the other characters. I love that there's a lot of horses. I love the mystery of her brother's disappearance. Excellent all around.
I LOVED this book! One of my favorite books this year. I loved Lark and the other characters. I love that there's a lot of horses. I love the mystery of her brother's disappearance. Excellent all around.
April 24, 2023
Fae, quest, magic, herbs, charms, horses, evil. Who could want more? Detailed writing that envelops you and puts you in the story. Although it is long, which may deter kids, it is good! I read it in 2 days. Suggested 3rd and up
October 22, 2022
I loved the premise but the slow pacing killed this for me.
May 17, 2023
Fun read - think Holly Black without the young adult things...but interesting and adventurous!
August 12, 2023
A magical book encouraging characters to take one chance.
January 3, 2024
This took me forever. The characters were bland and the story dragged so much.
Then again, I am nowhere in the target audience area, so take the complaint with a pinch of salt
Then again, I am nowhere in the target audience area, so take the complaint with a pinch of salt
October 26, 2022
Lark's brother did not return from the wild hunt. As magic begins to go awry in her village Lark feels responsible to set things right. Having to overcome her fears and disobey her parents Lark enters the magic world a different person. @JenFSAdam
January 6, 2023
This was fun--I liked the old-world vibe with the community at the border of the Fae realm, and all the interconnected sibling stories. I felt like it picked up speed once Lark went to the Fae realm, which was over halfway, so it felt a bit more soft of a pace up til then. Great for that tween 10-14 age at my library range, I'd say.
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