
Coriander is a young girl who has inherited some sort of magical powers from her mother, who was some sort of Fairy Land Princess. These powers include the ability to be transported to magical lands and live for three years locked in a chest without food or water, and maybe bring the dead back to life.
I found the histroical landmarkers and period details well researched and fascinating. Most of the trouble started when we left London and headed for this other place. The story felt disjointed in those moments.

It does have a fairy tale ending, which I have to say I was pleased about. I hang my feminist head in shame and fear for the future of my daughter.
I gave this book 3 stars but I have also given it to a 13 year old daughter of a friend of mine and have asked for her perspective. As I am probably not the target audience I htought it would be only fair to give her a chance to speak. She has generously agreed to provide a book review for me when she is done so stay tuned!
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