Across the Great Barrier

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Across the Great Barrier
by Patricia Wrede

Second in the Frontier Magic series

Wrede, Patricia C. Across the Great Barrier. New York, NY: Scholastic Inc., 2011. Print. ISBN: 9780545033466 Pages: 339 Paperback. U.S. $9.99

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Harry Potter meets Laura Ingalls Wilder. 

Arielle's Recommendation: Harry Potter meets Laura Ingalls Wilder, that's the way I like to describe this action-filled, innovative series. Eff is back for a second adventure in Across the Great Barrier. The first book, The Thirteenth Child, saw her struggles growing up as a supposedly dangerous and unlucky thirteenth child. (Thus the title, eh?) This book follows her post-upperschooling exploits as she harnesses her magical powers, discovers her passion, and (of course) saves the day. This is a must have for public and school libraries. Recommend this book to 5th grade to adult readers that enjoy magic, historical fiction, and quick reads. Excellent choice for middle school readers and those that don't like adult language or situations as the book is plenty satisfying without any iffy words or scenes.

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