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The Wild Folk by Sylvia Linsteadt

rhiannabeth's review

4.0

Well, I wrote a really long and comprehensive review, but then the internet died.

goldenbooksgirl's review

4.0

This is the story of country girl Comfrey and city boy Tin who live in the mystical land of Farallone, as they are brought together to embark on a quest to save the Wild Folk, who are magical human-animal hybrids, with the help of two hares. Comfrey and Tin are both wonderful characters, and I really liked the friendship they eventually form after being initially unsure of each other, but the real stars of the show for me were Myrtle and Mallow the hares, as I loved how wise they were and how much they loved each other, and also because they made me laugh with their sarcastic comments, especially Mallow. Another thing I loved about this was the worldbuilding, which was complex and rich in detail, and something I especially enjoyed in this vein was the origin story about the Elk of Milk and Gold, who was a wonderful character. Finally, I loved how the writing style meant that reading this felt almost like reading a fairytale, but also that it managed to still be exciting. The battle sequence at the end was particularly exhilarating and even though things were resolved well enough to make this a wholly satisfying book on its own, I can`t wait to return to this world and see a full resolution in the sequel. 4.5/5

missindyrose's review

5.0

This is such a beautiful little middle grade read, I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the beautiful land of Farralone through the eyes of two very different children and their hares.

Beautiful storytelling alongside a vast, sprawling landscape that I wish I could go visit. Comfrey and Myrtle were my two favourites and would happily join them in crossing the border to meet the elusive Wild Folk.

Any child or adult would be lucky to pick up this beautiful book and I am eagerly awaiting the next volume in the Stargold Chronicles.

fortheloveoffictionalworlds's review

4.0

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Disclaimer: An ARC was provided via UsBorne YA. The Thoughts, opinions & feelings expressed in the review are however my own. .

A city in danger. A balance disrupted. Greed that threatens to destroy everything that is good in the world. Two young children thrust into the center of the disruption. A world that is similar; yet oh so unlike from ours. 

Wild Folk is the book that I wish I had read in my childhood – a book that makes me wish I had enjoyed the little magic more than I actually did! Beautifully written, magically realistic, this is a book that transported me back to my childhood self, a time I would have immensely enjoyed my foray into this folklore.  

I rarely read middle grade books; but it's been my brilliant luck that most of the Middle grade books that I have read have been quite brilliant and some have also been put on my list of books to pass on to my prodigy - a list that Wild Folk has definitely found a place in!

This is book 1, and I can’t wait to join the curious Comfrey; considerate Tin; the spirited Myrtle and the wonderfully rich world that has been created in Wild Folk!  



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