Official Review: Adventures of Little Yaga and Her Friends

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Re: Official Review: Adventures of Little Yaga and Her Friends

Post by tamdlyte »

Im not as familiar with Russian folklore as I am with Greek and Roman, but I do remember Baba Yaga and love that this BOTD is using a little modern with a little old and giving all the characters distinctive personalities... that really makes it pop! :)
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I like the review, simple and understandable .For that reason am more interested to read the book
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A children's book about fitting in, friendship, evil sorcerer and an enchanted forest. Thanks for the review.
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This story sounds like a cute tale but also an important one with relatable characters. Thank you for the review.
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I love how the author took inspiration from Russian and American folklore. This looks like a fun book for children and pre-teens! Congrats on book of the day! Great Review!
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Post by Ellie Gatillo »

This looks interesting. I seldom hear about Russian and American folklores so this will be new to me. Thank you for your review.
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I wish my house could turn on my commands. The idea for the narrative is quite amazing and lovable; I like the book already.
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The book is a beautiful folklore. I really like this, and I would like to review this book. The reviewer has adopted a very critical approach. I like it.
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I would have never guessed this was for the young adult group. I wonder if that was an error. Either way, it sounds like a very delightful tale!
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Post by Mercelle »

Lovely review. Little Yaga is kind and has a big heart. However, from the cover this book seems like a children's book. I agree with you on that.
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I found the book charming, especially the illustrations. Although the title sounds like it's a book for children, the writing did also occur to me as more fitting for teens. I only got to read the sample, and from your review, I think I will definitely enjoy reading the rest of the story.
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Sounds like a winner to me! I already love children's and YA books, so add some folklore of a different culture and I'm all in!
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Post by kislany »

So the hut is actually on a chicken leg in an enchanted forest? The story seems adorable, but I agree with you that it's more a children's story rather than a YA one. Even the book cover hints at a story for kids.
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Not my type of genre but nice review
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Post by Maulyne »

Thats an amazing book.I gree with you on the fact that its a book for children and teens .learning about Little Yaga's life experience
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