June 2023
Time flies. Time stands still. We take it for granted. We never have enough. The Magic Hour explores the elusiveness of time.
“We all get the same amount of moments. It’s only how we spend them that matters.”
What if there was an extra hour every day? A 25 hour day would mean more time to do what you really want to do, to catch up on everything you never have time for, a chance to pursue a passion. It could be life-changing. When Ailsa discovers a twilight doorway to a parallel world where time is a gift from the fairies, she knows she has uncovered the biggest secret ever. But there must be a catch. Surely everyone knows inhabitants of a magical world should never be completely trusted and one should always read the fine print on any agreement.
Connections to science – observations, experimenting and testing – bring logic to the fantastic and make this magical world seem almost possible. Ailsa’s forthright manner and curiosity are engaging, encouraging the reader to explore and question right along with her. She is approachable and relatable – caught between two cultures, two homes and between the expectations of school and the daydreams she enjoys so much.
The Magic Hour grabs readers from the very first page with a unique style and voice. Short, sharp chapters and fast-paced action take readers right into the heart of this unusual twist on the faerie theme.
Thank you to Scholastic for an early read of this intriguing book!
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