Midnight Magic Avi is a novel written by Avi, published in 1999. It is a story about a girl named Victoria, who discovers her ability to communicate with animals at midnight. The main idea of the book is the power of imagination and the importance of understanding and empathy towards animals. The story revolves around Victoria, who is placed in a foster home after her parents' death. She is unable to speak due to a traumatic event, but finds solace in her ability to communicate with animals. Every night at midnight, Victoria is transported to a world where she can understand and talk to animals.
Every night at midnight, Victoria is transported to a world where she can understand and talk to animals. Through her magical experiences, she learns about their feelings, fears, and dreams. She befriends various animals, including a cat, a dog, and a horse, who help her navigate through difficult situations and find her voice again.
Book Review: Midnight Magic by Avi
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Midnight Magic
by Avi
Mangus is an old illusionist who does a good job convincing people that he is a real magician. He does his job too well, in a small Italian kingdom where superstition and paranoia run high. Denounced as a sorcerer, he barely manages to avoid execution, living under house arrest with his wife and a boy servant, Fabrizio.
One night Mangus and Fabrizio are summoned before the royal family, where Mangus is ordered to free the Princess Teresina from being haunted by a ghost. The problem is, the King really believes Mangus has the power to do it. And though doing real magic could get him killed, Mangus doesn’t really believe in magic, or ghosts either. Yet his life depends on solving the mystery.
Mangus is a brilliant man of reason, no doubt, but the real hero of the story is his clever, street-wise, and terribly loyal servant Fabrizio. Up and down the secret passages of the castle, Fabrizio finds himself tangled in more and more lines of intrigue. The princess wants to avoid a bad marriage to the treacherous Count Scarazoni. The Count seems to be plotting to take over the throne. Another member of his conspiracy turns up dead after trying to talk to Mangus. The princess claims that the ghost is that of her missing brother, trying to get revenge for a wrongful death, but some people deny that he is even dead. And other people seem to be pursuing their own private agendas, including a queen and a kitchen boy.
Is there really a ghost? Has the prince really been murdered? Will the truth serve the interests of the kingdom? These questions take second place in Fabrizio’s mind, as the life and freedom of his master– and his own as well– hang in the delicate balance.
It is a clever mystery, full of historical color, ghostly apparitions, witty hocus-pocus, and palace intrigue. And the final solution brings out both the luck and the pluck of our adorable young hero. Well worth a look!
Is there really a ghost? Has the prince really been murdered? Will the truth serve the interests of the kingdom? These questions take second place in Fabrizio’s mind, as the life and freedom of his master– and his own as well– hang in the delicate balance.
As Victoria grows closer to her animal friends, she also learns about the cruelty they face in the real world. She becomes determined to help them and raise awareness about their mistreatment. The novel explores themes of empathy, friendship, and the importance of using one's voice to make a difference. It serves as a reminder that animals have their own emotions and should be treated with kindness and respect. Midnight Magic Avi is a captivating and heartwarming tale that will appeal to both animal lovers and those who appreciate the power of imagination. It emphasizes the need to listen and understand, both to animals and to each other, and encourages readers to stand up against injustice. The main idea of the book is that animals deserve our empathy and should be treated with kindness and respect..
Reviews for "Revitalizing Your Aviary with the Power of Midnight Magic"
1. Jane - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Midnight Magic" by Avi. The plot seemed promising, with its mix of magic and mystery, but it fell flat for me. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth, making it difficult for me to care about their fates. Additionally, the pacing of the story was slow, and the twists and turns felt forced and predictable. Overall, I found the book underwhelming and wouldn't recommend it to others.
2. Mark - 2.5 stars - "Midnight Magic" by Avi was an average read for me. While the setting of medieval Italy was interesting, the storytelling failed to captivate me. The writing style felt dry and lacked emotion, making it difficult for me to connect with the characters. The mystery aspect of the plot had potential, but the resolution felt rushed and unsatisfying. Overall, I found the book to be mediocre and wouldn't pick it up again.
3. Sarah - 3 stars - I had high hopes for "Midnight Magic" by Avi, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to my expectations. The concept of a magician and his servant investigating a murder in medieval times intrigued me, but the execution fell short. The pacing was slow, and the story lacked excitement and suspense. The characters felt flat and uninteresting, making it difficult to invest in their journey. While the historical backdrop was well-researched, it wasn't enough to redeem the book for me. Overall, I found "Midnight Magic" to be a forgettable read.