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Potion Diaries
3 Reviews
(3)
YA
Potion Diaries series.
After Princess Evelyn starts showing signs of Gergon's virus, teen alchemist Sam (Madly; Royal Tour) finds herself traveling halfway across the world in search of the phoenix flame to concoct an antidote. Adventure, romance, and revelations of more family secrets ensue. Alward's lighthearted combination of fairy-tale fantasy and real-world technology continues to have appeal.
Reviewer: Jenn Matters
(3)
YA
Potion Diaries series.
After winning the Hunt and saving Princess Evelyn, alchemist Sam prepares to join Evelyn on tour. In addition to protecting her friend, Sam is determined to locate a potion recipe that can save her granddad's mind (and possibly the world). What follows is a fast-paced, lighthearted adventure set in a social media–mad fairy-tale kingdom. Despite the fluffy milieu, Alward's characters are complex and relatable.
Reviewer: Jenn Matters
(3)
YA
Potion Diaries series.
Princess Evelyn fumbles a love potion and falls madly in love with her own reflection. When no antidote appears, the crown sponsors a competition for alchemists to create the cure. Samantha Kemi must trust her potion-building instincts while fighting her feelings for competitor Zain Aster. Set in a classic-feeling kingdom with social media, Alward's series-starter is an engaging modern fairy tale.
Reviewer: Jenn Matters
3 reviews
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