Official Review: Anna and the Snowglobe by Vicki Jones

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Re: Official Review: Anna and the Snowglobe by Vicki Jones

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I’ve also read this book, and I really enjoyed Anna’s story. Although the bullying Anna experienced isn’t unique, the author does a great job of telling a story where even the “bad people” redeem themselves in the end. I thoroughly enjoyed be positive message in this story!
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This story sounds so gorgeous. It will most definitely be adored by children! I'm not even the target audience and I am also completely enchanted by the description of this book and the wonderful descriptions of the characters :P
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Thank you for a wonderful review. Bullying is a hot topic and to find a book which could help in decreasing this is very useful.
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Bullying at any age is harsh to the psyche in so many ways, but it is particularly detrimental to children as the childhood years are those when the self-worth is being established. The heartwarming gift of a lifeline in the form of a tangible gift or intangible one, as the case may be, can completely alter an individual's trajectory. In terms of the story, it is an encouraging account of how one simple act of kindness can make a world of different in the life of a small soul that feels so alone.
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This sounds like a beautiful story with great themes. I am looking forward to reading it and sharing with the young readers I know. Great review!
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Thanks for the insightful review. The sample was good also. Unfortunately, I don't have any young girls in my family to share this with.
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It's been so long since I read a fairy tale and this seems like a great story going by your review. Thank you for suggesting this.
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This sounds like another take on the Cinderella story, with lessons on love, loss and the importance of family. It’s also good to see a children’s story that brings up the issue of bullying and how harmful it can be.
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Post by Ish-rat-Nawaz »

Such a nice story, I realy enjoyed to read this book, every one should know about value of the family.
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An interesting children's book teaching that bullying is not acceptable. While reading this book to the children, they may learn the importance of kindness and teamwork. I'm not the target audience but since I'm dealing with children, I see there is no reason for me to not reading this. Thanks for the good review.
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It's wonderful that the author has taken the time to incorporate some valuable lessons into this book. My heart goes out to Anna for her losses and struggles, but I'm glad she has David to help her. What a beautiful tale with a magical twist.
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Thank goodness there are many Davids out there. People who can see others for who they truly are. This sounds as a lovely story that must be read since the topics addressed in it, such as no bullying, kindness and dealing with the loss of a loved one, are needed in any society.
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Post by Ahmads1 »

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Anna and the Snowglobe by Vicki Jones is a very suspensel book that keeps the reader interested! I like how bullying is addressed and overcome by the help of the main character's friend and the gift of a magical snowglobe is given to her which changes her life. I really enjoyed this book and I think it's kid friendly and teaches to treat others with empathy and kindness. Very lovely book I will definitely recommend this to others!
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Wow!
This is a family book, would love to read this with my kids!
Specially with my 8 year old, who's very shy in school.
Thumbs up to the author!
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This book sounds like a good read for anyone really, who has suffered like she has. With tragic deaths to bullying, myself included can relate and get into the book. I was not sure about reading it before, but after reading the reviews it may be a good book for me to read. I also think my daughter when she gets older could read this book to help prepare her to deal with bullying and such. I made a great friend that helped me out too!
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