5 stars I received an uncorrected proof of this book through The Reading Room in exchange for an honest review. This is the most powerful and inspiring book I have read all year. Following Toorpakai’s journey as she overcomes multiple obstacles and unbelievable hardships, the reader is taken on an unforgettable adventure with a truly…

4 stars Definitely my least favorite so far in the series, but in no way a bad book. The thing I didn’t like about this book was the repetitiveness of it. One thing that is nice about the Rot and Ruin series is that it is easy for new readers to pick up, because each…

2 stars A cute little book filled with pretty common sense advice. It’s an easy read, but not really all that profound or ground-breaking. The basic advice in the book is “don’t worry; it’s not that bad”. I see how this may be beneficial for some people with normal day-to-day anxiety, but definitely isn’t helpful…

4 stars This is a very humorous book which includes a variety of poems. The age range varies on the poems, as I feel that there are some that are best enjoyed by younger children, but a lot that can only be understood by those who are older. This is also a book that can…

4 stars This is a good book that gives many helpful suggestions, not only on how to manage stress, but also on how to basically be a better person. While some of the strategies overlap and seem repetitive, each gives a beneficial way of viewing life and the problems it presents. Despite originally being publish…

4 stars This is a good continuation of the series. A lot happens in this book, but since it is split between a bunch of characters, it doesn’t feel like the overall plot moves that much. The same blood and sex stuff as the previous books, but still with interesting storylines and great characters.

4 stars I was actually pleasantly surprised by this prequel. After watching the show on Netflix, I assumed that this book series would feature shallow characters with an interesting twist on traditional fairy tales. I had fairly low expectations for this short little story, but it was actually quite good and a very quick read….

4 stars As with the other prequels, this one is a good introduction to the bigger story of the series. I really liked the Evil Queen and Good King dynamic as a way to explain Raven’s conflict. This series contains such a cool reversal of the value of evil and disappointment in good acts. Unlike…

4 stars This one is definitely my favorite prequel so far. Great set up and connection to the other stories. I think this one has the best conflict with Hunter’s character versus what is expected of him. The whole vegetarianism was an interesting concept. This is also the most humorous story. I really enjoyed the…

4 stars I have enjoyed these prequels much more than I initially thought I would. As with the other stories, this one follows Ashlynn as she gets ready to return to Ever After High. There is definitely more depth to her character than in the show. I especially liked the dynamic of Ashlynn’s relationship to…