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517 pp.
| Harcourt
| May, 2012
|
TradeISBN 978-0-15-205409-0$17.99
(2)
YA
In this third book in the series (Flora Segunda; Flora's Dare) Flora decides to undertake a magical working to discover her mother's whereabouts. In a setting so vivid as to be nearly garish, in a narrative peppered with archaic vocabulary (abacination, aiguillettes) and made-up imprecations (fiking hell!), Flora takes readers on another thrilling, bizarre ride.
Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
May, 2012
511 pp.
| Harcourt
| September, 2008
|
TradeISBN 978-0-15-205427-4$17.00
(2)
YA
Flora (Flora Segunda) turns to Lord Axacaya for help after discovering that a squid is responsible for the city's earthquakes. The suave magician sends her on a quest (in search of a diary that might prove key) that reveals shocking truths about her family's past. This book features firmly established characters and backstory, a cunningly constructed plot, and inventive magic that scales great heights.
Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
January, 2009
431 pp.
| Harcourt
| January, 2007
|
TradeISBN 978-0-15-205433-5$17.00
(2)
YA
Flora dreams of becoming a Ranger, an arm of the military that has been outlawed. When the last of the Rangers has been captured, Flora mounts a rescue, enlisting the help of supernatural butler Valefor. The use of language in Flora's feisty, sardonic narration is outstanding. Readers will enjoy immersing themselves in Wilce's credible magical conceit, soaking in the startling details.
Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
May, 2007
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