Review 5 Stars
William Ritter has a deft talent for exploring "fairytale fantasy." In this new series by the author of the JACKABY Series, he explores and actually, rejuvenates, some common fairytale concerns and tropes, while engaging his readers and making us empathize with the characters and making us yearn for the next in series.
Goblin Kull desires only that his tribe successfully return to the Old Ways, and to restore magic to the world. The blessing, rare, of a newborn goblin Changeling, must be the secret! So Kull acts, goes to substitute the Changeling.....but, umm, which of the two babies IS the Changeling??!
Designed for middle-grade readers but delightful for all!
Praise for THE ODDMIRE BOOK 1: CHANGELING:
"Funny, exciting, and ultimately epic. Wow. I can't wait for the next one."
—Adam Gidwitz, New York Times bestselling author of A Tale Dark and Grimm
“William Ritter draws readers ages 8-12 into an enchanted forest prowled by all manner of sinister and peculiar beings… Suspenseful and sometimes droll, ‘Changeling’ is a promising start to a planned series.”
—Wall Street Journal
“Set in a magical world filled with incredible creatures from folklore, this fast-paced fantasy will keep readers turning the pages as they follow the twins through the dark and mysterious woods. Unique characters with complex personalities will give readers insight into the feelings and actions of not only Tinn and Cole and their mother, but the creatures—both good and evil—they encounter on their journey. A captivating series opener.”
—Booklist, STARRED review
“William Ritter takes familiar pieces of lore and infuses rich new life and magic into them. The characters ofChangeling, both human and magical, are complex and multi-faceted: wildly brave single mothers, rowdy sensitive boys, goblins yearning for forgiveness and redemption and a Thing whose power is limited by its own insecurities. Wonderfully written, with powerful messages of love and the importance of family, Changeling is a bold start to a promising series.”
—Shelf Awareness, STARRED review
“Fans of Michael Buckley’s ‘Sisters Grimm’ novels will delight in this fast-paced, page-turning fantasy…A must-buy for any collection and a title that will lead readers to other classic titles used as source material.”
—School Library Journal
“Ritter (the Jackaby series) crafts a well-paced adventure filled with whimsy and peril, in which the bonds of family and love prove stronger than any spell or curse. With memorable characters—especially the irrepressible protagonists, who make a delightful team—and an atmospheric setting, this is a strong series opener.”
—Publisher’s Weekly
“A tale of maternal and brotherly love that's never mawkishly sentimental. A delightful series opener.”
—Kirkus Reviews
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