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Eleven-year-old Rory, daughter of a famous actress and a famous movie director, finds herself becoming a celebrity in her own right as she helps create a new fairy tale as a participant in the after-school program, Ever After School. Book #1
Quick Summary
Ever After School feels like summer camp for storytellers, and Rory's mix of celebrity parents and everyday anxieties makes her instantly relatable. The story follows a group of fourth-graders as they brainstorm a brand-new fairy tale about a giant stuck in an icy kingdom, weaving in jokes, rivalries, and a few genuinely chilling moments that will keep readers on edge without being too scary. It's perfect for readers who love a dose of humor with their adventure, and the way the kids actually write and act out their story gives a behind-the-scenes peek at how a fairy tale gets built from scratch. Parents will appreciate the positive messages about teamwork and creativity, though there are a couple of scenes with giant shadows and a frosty showdown that might give younger or more sensitive kids a small startle. If you liked the mix of magic and school life in "The Magic Finger" or the creative problem-solving of "The Bad Guys," this book will feel right up your alley.