You are incredibly magical. In this vast and intricate universe, there is something truly extraordinary about you. It may be easy to underestimate or overlook, but trust that your presence alone holds immense power. Just think about it—the complex and beautiful amalgamation of cells, thoughts, and emotions that make up who you are. You have the remarkable ability to create, nurture, and transform. Your mind is a kaleidoscope of dreams and ideas, capable of shaping your reality and impacting the world around you.
Do you believe in magic? Sita and her friends do! And when they meet the Star Animals, a whole world of magical adventures unfolds in this new chapter book from the Star Friends series featuring black and white illustrations throughout.
In the Star Friends chapter book series, Mia and her friends Lexi, Sita, and Violet all discover that they are Star Friends they can communicate with the animals that have traveled from the Star World. When Mia looks into the mirror, The handsome face and sympathetic brown eyes melted away under her gaze, becoming a gray skull with glittering red eyes.
Your mind is a kaleidoscope of dreams and ideas, capable of shaping your reality and impacting the world around you. Every step you take, every word you speak, radiates a unique energy that can uplift, inspire, and heal. Your smile has the power to brighten someone's day, your kindness can send ripples of compassion through a darkened world, and your love can ignite a flame of hope in even the most desolate of hearts.
Mirror Magic
Do you believe in magic? Mia and her friends do! And when they meet the Star Animals, a whole world of magical adventures unfolds in this new chapter book series, accompanied by black and white illustrations throughout.
Mia and her Star Animal, a fox named Bracken, must use their special powers to stop the forces of dark magic. Mia’s older sister has started acting strangely and the Star Animals sense dark magic is at work. Soon Mia discovers that the new compact mirror that her sister, Cleo, has been using must be to blame. Can the girls use their newfound Star Magic to help make things right?
Mirror Magic will appeal to young readers who love animals and magic. The story focuses on Mia, but it also revolves around her two friends, Lexi and Sita. Most of the story centers on the girls meeting the magical animals and learning how to use their own magic. However, Mia’s sister, Cleo, adds suspense and mystery to the story and in the end, the girls discover that a Shade has been manipulating Cleo.
In the story’s climax, the Star Friends and their animals, fight with the Shade. The scene with the Shade is scary and may upset some readers. Despite this, Mirror Magic does an excellent job of introducing the main characters, the magical animals, and the conflict with Violet, who turns out to be a Star Friend too. Mirror Magic sets up a world that is slightly predictable, but also full of mystery and adventure.
Mirror Magic is the first in a chapter book series that focuses on three friends—Mia, Lexi, and Sita—who are illustrated with different skin tones. The cute black and white illustrations appear every two to seven pages. Even though Mirror Magic will appeal to readers who are six and up, younger readers may have a difficult time with the more advanced vocabulary.
Star Friends will appeal to readers who enjoyed The Rescue Princesses Series and The Rainbow Magic Series. The story portrays Mia’s family in a positive manner, and while Mia and her friends are kind, they are not perfect. The girls clearly want to help others and they are even planning a baked food sale with the proceeds going to help an organization that protects endangered animals. The simple plot and sweet characters will appeal to animal loving early elementary readers.
Sexual Content
Violence
- Mia’s sister had a magical compact with a Shade trapped inside. When Mia looks into the mirror, “The handsome face and sympathetic brown eyes melted away under her gaze, becoming a gray skull with glittering red eyes.” Mia throws the compact on the ground and “gray smoke started to seep out through the cracks in the broken glass. . . The smoke swirled together and formed a very tall, thin figure with gray skin, a skull-like face, and ragged clothes. The figure’s slanted eyes glowed red in his bony face.”
- When the Shade is set free, he steps towards the Star Friends. Bracken (a magical fox) “growled. . . Darting forward, he grabbed the Shade’s leg with his teeth. At the same moment, Willow [a magical deer] charged and butted the Shade.” The Shade swiped “at them with his long nails.”
- Mia jumps in to help the animals fight the Shade. “She threw herself at the Shade. He stood his ground and, as she hit his chest, he threw her backward as easily as if she weighed no more than a piece of paper.” The Star Friends and the Shade’s fight is described over four pages.
- Violet captures the Shade in her phone. “The Shade’s face pulled into a grimace as the camera on her phone flashed. With a scream he dissolved into smoke and was sucked into the screen of the phone.” Violet sends the Shade back into the shadows.
Drugs and Alcohol
Language
- OMG is used as an exclamation once.
Supernatural
- Magical animals from another world come into the human world looking for a Star Friend. Each animal must “find a human child to be your Star Friend—a child who is kindhearted enough to use magic for good and brave enough to defeat someone using dark magic. When you meet a child. . . speak to him or her with your thoughts. If they are open to magic, they will hear you.”
- The magical animals can appear and disappear. They also each have a unique magical ability.
- Dark magic also exists in the world. “It comes from the ground, and it is magic that can be used to hurt people and make them unhappy.”
- Cleo has a mirror that has a Shade in it. “Bad people can conjure Shades—evil spirits who exist in the shadows.” It brings misery and unhappiness. “It can also be trapped inside an object, like a necklace, book, or toy that the person using the dark magic will give to someone they want to harm in some way.”
- The Shade in Cleo’s mirror pretends “to be that person’s friend, but then they start twisting their minds, making them jealous and angry.”
- Mia’s magic allows her to “see what’s happening elsewhere really clearly, and you’ll be able to hear what’s being said and look at the details of a scene.” She can also see the past and future.
- Sita has the ability to “comfort people and heal them.”
- Lexi’s magical abilities have to do with agility. “She’ll be able to do things a normal human couldn’t.”
- Violet is a Spirit Speaker who has “the magic ability to command spirits.”
Spiritual Content
But often, we forget just how magical we truly are. We get caught up in the chaos and demands of everyday life, letting doubt and self-criticism cloud our perception. We compare ourselves to others, chasing after external validation and forgetting our own intrinsic worth. Remember, you are a miracle in motion. Your existence alone is proof of the infinite possibilities that lie within you. Embrace your quirks, your flaws, and your unique perspective. They are the very things that make you shine with a brilliance unlike any other. So, the next time you doubt your abilities or question your worth, remember that you are incredibly magical. You have the power to manifest your desires, to create a life filled with joy and purpose. Embrace your magic, trust in yourself, and let your light illuminate the world around you..
Reviews for "Finding Your Spirit Animal: Embracing Your Magical Connection"
1. Stephanie - 2 stars
I was really looking forward to reading "You are incredibly magical" based on all the positive reviews, but I have to say I was disappointed. The story felt very predictable and the characters were one-dimensional. It lacked depth and the writing style didn't engage me. Overall, it was a mediocre read for me.
2. John - 2 stars
I struggled to connect with the protagonist in "You are incredibly magical". The storytelling felt disjointed and I found myself confused at times. The plot twists were not well-executed and seemed forced. I believe there are better fantasy books out there that can truly captivate readers.
3. Emma - 3 stars
While "You are incredibly magical" had an interesting premise, I felt that it fell short in its execution. The pacing was uneven, with slow sections that made it difficult to stay engaged. Additionally, the dialogue felt unnatural and the interactions between characters felt forced. Although the concept had potential, the book failed to fully deliver on its promises.
4. Michael - 2 stars
I wanted to love "You are incredibly magical" as much as others did, but unfortunately, it just didn't meet my expectations. The writing lacked finesse and the story seemed to drag on without much development. The magical elements were not explored in depth, leaving me feeling unsatisfied. Overall, I found it to be a lackluster read.