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“Poignant…A Harry Potter-esque adventure.”
— Time
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Readers delighted by Nevermoor's zany absurdities and enchanting incongruities will welcome further peeks into this magical world...the high-stakes action will keep fans on the edge of their seats...
— Horn Book
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An absolutely delightful fantasy novel....[A] spiritual hybrid of Doctor Who and Harry Potter.
— Barnes & Noble Kids Blog
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Townsend's skillful, suspense-filled storytelling in "Wundersmith" will keep readers entertained, as Morrigan and her eccentric classmates face a test of loyalty and bravery in what will surely be the first of many to come.
— The New York Times Book Review
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Townsend offers a detailed and broadly envisioned alternate world, scenes of action and suspense, and a wide array of colorful characters; but the spotlight shines on Morrigan as she struggles with her emotions and her elusive powers.
— Booklist
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Poignant.... A Harry Potter-esque adventure.
— Time Magazine
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Imaginative.
— The Washington Post
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Jessica Townsend's Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow is more than just a spectacular debut. Exciting, charming, and wonderfully imagined, it's the sort of delightful, grand adventure destined to be many a reader's favorite book.
— Trenton Lee Stewart, New York Times bestselling author of The Mysterious Benedict Society series and The Secret Keepers
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* "[A] spellbinding debut...Morrigan is a captivating heroine, filled with moxie and wit.... Whimsical worldbuilding, humorous dialogue, and colorful supporting characters compliment an adventurous, magic-filled plot that champions bravery, self-confidence, and hope.
— Publishers Weekly, starred review
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* "Readers, like Morrigan herself, will feel at home in this evocative novel where magic and confidence go hand in hand. An excellent and exciting work.
— School Library Journal, starred review
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* "Readers will leap into this captivating world brimming with witty characters and unforgettable adventures. A perfect fit for fans of Harry Potter and Percy Jackson.
— School Library Connection, starred review
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Townsend's debut novel is a tour de force of fantastical invention, revealing original conceits with each page-turn.
— The Horn Book
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Townsend knows how to keep the pages turning in this fast-paced story.
— Booklist
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The magical elements are well-written and clever...but the core of this novel lies in Morrigan's realization of her own value, of being a person worth attention and affection. A dark, mystical, and emotional look at a girl who has a complex relationship with magic in a sophisticated and lushly described world.
— The Bulletin
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Exciting, whimsical, and colorful, this first book in a planned series will be a favorite with readers who love fantasy and adventure.
— A Mighty Girl
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Whimsical and captivating.... For fans of the Harry Potter and Divergent series.
— South Coast Today