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4.7 3
Young Adult Fiction 234
A Gem of a Book
(Updated: June 30, 2026)
Overall rating
 
5.0
Plot
 
5.0
Characters
 
N/A
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Illustrations/Photos (if applicable)
 
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Reader reviewed by Julie M. Prince

Allie Emerson (short for the unfortunate name, Alfrieda Carlotta Emerson), is not a lucky person. When she falls off a ladder, grazes an electric fence, and lands in a cow pie, it certainly seems that her already bad luck is getting even worse.

So what happens when this unlucky person finds out that she holds a key to magical powers and is destined to fulfill an age old prophecy? Chaos happens.

Allie character shapes this book into a greatly entertaining story. I've mentioned before that one of my criteria for giving out five stars is my ability or inability to put a book down. This is a non-put-downer. It's a fun story with a strong voice and a memorable setting.

A well-written tale of intrigue and a great set up for the sequel, with characters I want to know better, and a plot that has miles to go. This Unbidden Magic series is one I look forward to reading more of in the (hopefully not too distant) future.

This author and publisher bear watching.
Off to turn another page...
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