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The Lost Stone by Jordan Quinn (#1 in The Kingdom of Wrenly series) - Rapid Review

Synopsis

“Welcome to the Kingdom of Wrenly! Eight-year-old Prince Lucas is lonely and wishes he could play with the other children in the kingdom, but his father, the king, has forbidden it. Lucas also longs to explore all the different lands of Wrenly, and when his mother loses her prized emerald pendant, Lucas finally gets his chance! He teams up with Clara Gills, the daughter of a seamstress, and the two friends set off to find the lost stone. Will Lucas and Clara be able to find the precious jewel and claim the king’s reward?”

My Thoughts

The Lost Stone is the first installment in The Kingdom of Wrenly series by Jordan Quinn. While it's aimed at a young audience, readers of all ages will enjoy their time spent in this magical world.

When I first saw this novel on a bookshelf, it immediately caught my attention because it was a fantasy novel, and I'm a sucker for anything in that genre. I'm glad that I did decide to read it because it is was an entertaining trip into a magical world. Jordan Quinn combines creativity and imagination into an enchanting world full of dragons, fairies, wizards, mermaids, and trolls. One of my favorite parts of the book is the beautiful illustrations drawn by Robert McPhillips. All of the characters and places have distinct features, the drawings are all well-detailed, and it provides the perfect counterpart to Quinn's writing.

The Kingdom of Wrenly series is an excellent fit for children ages 7-10. It's pretty short, and the plot isn't terribly complex, but the way that Quinn tells the story is delightful. The two main characters, Lucas and Clara, are protagonists that readers will connect with, and there is a good solid base to springboard off in the future. This is a fun read, even if you aren't a child or have young kids. I look forward to seeing where this story goes next.

Memorable Quotes

“’I know it sounds like the perfect life,’ said Clara, ‘but a palace, fine clothes, and delicious food aren’t everything.’”

“Lucas smiled at Clara. ‘I may not have found my mother’s emerald,’ he said, ‘but I have found one thing.’ ‘What?’ asked Clara. ‘A real friend,’ Lucas said. ‘Me too,’ said Clara. ‘I’m glad we can spend time together.’”

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