Half Magic is a children's fantasy novel written by Edward Eager. The story follows four siblings, Jane, Mark, Katherine, and Martha, as they discover a magical coin that grants them only half of what they wish for. The siblings soon realize that they need to be very specific with their wishes if they want them to come true. The children's adventures with half magic take them to different time periods and places, and they learn valuable lessons along the way. For example, Jane wishes to be queen and ends up as half a queen, which teaches her the importance of fairness. Mark wishes to be the tallest in his class but becomes only half an inch taller, teaching him the importance of being content with oneself.
Mark wishes to be the tallest in his class but becomes only half an inch taller, teaching him the importance of being content with oneself. The book also explores themes of friendship and family, as the siblings learn to work together to navigate their half magic. They learn that true magic comes from within and that they need to use their wishes wisely.
The Love Curse of Melody McIntyre
Theater people are often superstitious, especially the kids at Beaconville High School, whose drama program’s wing is built on the site of a ruined theater and almost certainly cursed. This makes things harder for junior Melody McIntyre, the youngest stage manager in school history, but she’s up for it. So after the tech crew decides that more things go wrong when Melody’s dating someone, she agrees not to fall in love for the show’s duration, even though she’s the school’s “patron saint of serial monogamy.” But when senior Odile Rose, who’s already acted in films and television, is cast in the spring musical, she and Mel are immediately attracted to each other. Talley (Music from Another World) divides the story into acts and scenes, studding them with funny tech memos, and has fun portraying the details of running tech, the divide between techies and actors, and the teamwork that theater requires. Mel’s efforts to cope with her feelings and stage emergencies make a story that will entertain both true theater geeks and readers who’ve never considered life onstage or backstage. Ages 14–up. [em]Agent: Jim McCarthy, Dystel, Goderich & Bourret. (Dec.) [/em]
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Melody is in her junior year of high school and all her dreams have come true. She finally gets to be the stage manager of her high school’s production of Romeo and Juliet. But the theatre is riddled with superstition. Every new play has a new superstition and a counter-curse for that superstition. So, when Melody’s love life causes problems with their current play the stage kids decide that when Melody is in love, that’s when things go wrong. The superstition for the spring musical is going to be that Melody doesn’t fall in love. Melody is on board with the plan. But that’s before their local celebrity, Odile Rose, comes back from filming a TV show and is cast in the musical. Everyone thought Odile was snobby and standoffish, but she’s not that way with Melody…
Through their adventures, they also learn about the consequences of their wishes and the importance of being careful with what they ask for. Overall, Half Magic is a delightful and charming book that captures the imagination of young readers. It teaches valuable lessons about the power of wishes and the importance of thinking about one's words before making a wish. Edward Eager's writing style is engaging and keeps readers hooked from start to finish. Whether you are a child or an adult, Half Magic is a must-read for anyone who loves whimsical and magical stories..
Reviews for "Achieving Balance and Harmony with Half Magic Vrippie Brow"
1. Sara - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Half magic vrippie brow". The story seemed disjointed and hard to follow, with weak character development. The plot felt rushed, and I couldn't connect with any of the characters. Overall, it just fell flat for me and I would not recommend it.
2. Mike - 1 star - "Half magic vrippie brow" was a complete waste of time. The writing was poor, filled with grammatical errors and awkward sentences. The plot was underdeveloped and lacked any depth or creativity. I found myself constantly checking how many pages were left, hoping it would end soon. Avoid this book at all costs.
3. Emily - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Half magic vrippie brow", but unfortunately, it didn't live up to my expectations. The dialogue was often cheesy and unrealistic, and the characters were one-dimensional. The pacing was off, with parts that dragged on for too long and others that felt rushed. It had potential, but it didn't deliver.
4. John - 2 stars - "Half magic vrippie brow" had an interesting concept, but it was poorly executed. The writing lacked polish, with repetitive phrases and clichéd descriptions. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural. Additionally, the ending felt rushed and unresolved. I was left feeling unsatisfied and would not recommend this book to others.
5. Amy - 1 star - I couldn't finish "Half magic vrippie brow". The writing was so choppy and confusing, I couldn't follow the story. The characters were forgettable and lacked depth. I tried to give it a chance, but it just didn't grab my attention or keep me engaged. It's definitely not a book I would recommend to anyone.