Fairatella

So your world is being threatened, yourself being a misfit is deemed the "savior" of your kind, what choice will you make? Let's see how dear Fairatella chooses her fate-in this middle grade reader full of fantasy and adventure! With lovely illustrations that spark the imagination of a young reader, this tale of courage and female empowerment will be a great hit for pre-teens seeking a new gorgeously illustrated chapter book to delve into! Himani Readers USA received a free copy of this book in exchange for our review. We hope you like it as much as we did!

Being the fairy that is shunned for being different, Fairatella is an outcast in her world. She doesn't look the part and has a deformity according to her species. You can glance and take a guess by the cover artwork! However we soon find that this fairy chic is not so gentle and fragile but one formidable force. Fairatella is a story about good versus evil of course, the age old tale about defeating the enemy, which in this story happens to be Freakadella, the witch who would bring destruction. A prophecy claims that Fairatella is indeed the "Chosen One" who will bring about harmony, and she will use her purity of heart and quick wits to protect the kingdom from ultimate doom.

How would YOU like to be the CHOSEN one?!

The story unveils family secrecy, a long journey to a perilous territory and all bets lie on the one fairy who doesn't fit the mold. With sidekicks and travelling companions that help Fairatella on her mission, the adventure unfolds with interesting and likable characters such as Mr. Mumble Bee! I won't give any more details away, you'll just have to read this fun and beautifully rich illustrated book for yourself! With some twists and turns, the reader will be hooked and enraptured with Fairatella and friends as they pursue this kingdom's impending threat, will there be a happily ever after?

"The way Fairatella popped into my mind gave me faith in inspiration, after that, it seemed like a sequence of serendipities," says author Debra. Indeed the courage and empowerment Fairatella shows throughout the story displays a female character that cannot be defeated via conformity or impossible tasks that life throws at her. She is an inspiration to readers, especially young pre-teens who may relate to parallel life experiences in their own coming of age stories. Fairatella is as unique as the readers who will be influenced by her valiant character. The universal tale of conquering the dark with light is shown here in the pages of this whimsical, imaginative and entertaining book. Get your copy today for a child you know that may need that bit of a confidence boost! Or assuage a child who may be struggling with misfit feelings of their own. Debra Cox Passaris has provided a great first novel beautifully written AND illustrated by her own talent, to unearth the new hero of the fairy kingdom, check out Fairatella for your summer reading!

Meet the Author!

Debra Cox Passaris is a self proclaimed escapist, and finds refuge in diving into books and writing to overcome life's challenges and troubles. "Letting go of my fears is a hurdle, but when I do, it gives wings to my imagination. Nothing magical has ever happened to me in my comfort zone." It seems like Debra has taken a cue from Fairatella; "It takes courage to follow your dreams; by just trying, I achieved far more than I ever thought possible."