Rose and the Lost Princess
Gr 4–6—Set in 19th century England, in a world full of magicians, Rose is an orphan working as a servant/magician's apprentice to Mr. Aloysius Fountain, the king's magician and close advisor. When the king's daughter, Jade, almost gets kidnapped, magic is suspected and Mr. Fountain and his household, along with the town's magicians, are all suspects. At the same time, a horrible winter sets in and Jade disappears a second time, this time without a trace. Enlisted to help her master solve the case, Rose discovers that her life and the lives of many others are in great danger if Jade isn't found. Can Rose and Mr. Fountain solve the case in time? The characters in this book are likable and entertaining while the plot is well-developed. The smooth transitions from chapter to chapter, the suspense, and tension of the story easily draw the reader into Rose's unique world and keep them wanting to know what will happen next. Fans of princesses, magic, fantasy, and mystery will not be disappointed with this sequel.—Kira Moody, Whitmore Public Library, Salt Lake City, UT