Searching for Dragons: The Enchanted Forest Chronicles, Book Two

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Summary: An interesting and well written sequel
Review: This was an excelant book that I thought was in some ways better than the first book, Dealing with Dragons. Though at the beginning I was somewhat disapointed that the book was from the point of view of Mendenbar, since I wanted it to be more about Cimorene, I quickly warmed up to him and enjoyed his character. What happened at the end was no surprise to me, since I essentially knew they were meant for each other from page one. Part of why I liked this book is that the characters actually go on adventures, whereas in the first book everyone just kind of wanders around and gets to know each other. But don't get me wrong, the first book was good too, and in fact almost essential if you want to understand this one. This would be a good book for anyone who likes fantasy stories, though some previous experiance with other fantasy stories would help to get some of the jokes. Anyone could essentially read this series and enjoy it, though kids 10-15 would probably enjoy it best.

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Summary: Compared to the first book this one is terrible
Review: I know hundreds of people love the series and everything but I don't! I loved the first book in this series but this one just seems to have lost the majic that is in the first novel. The plot was good and there were some funny scenes in it but it was just dully written.

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Summary: the perfect combination!
Review: searching for dragons is rated as one of the best books I've ever read. It's Imagimative,funny,origanal and Adventorus all at once,the perfect combination.

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Summary: Not THAT good....
Review: Ok. I agree, the plots are good. The characters are interesting. And the names are inventive. But the language, well, it's not exactly creative, is it? I have only read the first two books, but they are packed with cliches. Several people in my class could write better than that, and they're only 15. I guess it is made to be a childrens book, but if the author could have made it a bit more inventive, it could have had the impact of Harry Potter or Adrian Mole.

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Summary: A fun, entertaining, and excellent story
Review: Cimorene is back, and this time there are more entertaining characters, more plot surprises, and more soapy lemon water! When King Mendenbar finds a section of his realm, the Enchanted Forest, suspiciously burned, he seeks Kazul, King of the dragons, for help in catching the culprit after helpful advice from the witch Morwen. When he gets there, however, he discovers that Kazul is missing, and he and the dragon king's Chief cook and librarian, Cimorene, embark on a journey to rescue Kazul, who is most likely in the custody of wizards. On the way, they come across a malfunctioning magic carpet, a highly technical magician, and many other new and interesting characters. The story is extremely well written and a ton of fun. A must read, the 2nd book in the Enchanted Forest Chronicles, Searching for Dragons is no disappointment.

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Summary: wow!
Review: My brother got this series for his birthday a few years back, but instead I found them, neglected, on his shelf a year later, and I was extremely interested. A Princess who could talk to dragons? I loved the first one, Dealing With Dragons, until I moved on to the second one and was captivated. From the perspective of King Mendenbar, a young ruler who tweaks his magic from thin air, I was drawn in from the start! Cimorene and Mendenbar together with the dragons made me an avid fan, but out of all four books, I have to say this was my favorite! Where are the rest of them I want to know, because I am dying for more! If you love romance, adventure, and a little sorcery, I suggest this book completely. Though before Harry Potter's era, but just as, if not more than, memorable, this is a must read! Start with the first one, but rush to get the second, you won't regret it! 5 stars all the way!

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Summary: Dragons, witches, magicians, wizards, magic carpets...
Review: This is the second book in the Enchanted Forest quartet, and I recently finished reading it for the fourth time. The whole series is brilliant! King Mendanbar's casual stroll through his kingdom, the Enchanted Forest, leads to one thing after another when he discovers somthing seriously amiss. In trying to answer his questions, he meets the extremely practical witch Morwen, who sends him to visit King Kazul of the dragons. He instead encounters the King's resident princess, Cimorene, and reluctantly sets out with her to search for a missing friend. On their way, they meet the magician Telemain (whose sentences generally contain at least three 20-letter words), a giantess, Rumplstilskin's grandson, and many more unforgettable characters. Less fortunate meetings include several wizards, whose intentions are less than good. Add a leaky magic sword, a defective flying carpet, and eight buckets of soapy water with lemon juice. This is truly one of my all-time favorite books!

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Summary: The Entire Series Is (Still) Phenomenally Brilliant
Review: What? Only five stars? I need more to do this series justice! Patricia C. Wrede writes marvelous fantasy. It's like "Mixed-Up Fairy Tales" or something, but funnier, more engaging, and ripe for repeat reading (After graduating from high school, I read the entire series for the third time in a matter of days). These are timeless tales. Even her NAMES are inventive. Cimorene, Mendanbar, Kazul, Morwen, Telemain, Daystar, Shiara...and let us not forget Zemenar and Antorell. The chapter headings induce chuckles immediately, simply by their existence. She writes in a style that incorporates intelligent fantasy with enjoyable humor. The characters are some you would like to know personally. And nowhere else have I seen as unique a discussion of magic in its many forms as in these four books. I did notice a trend of centralization. Dealing was Cimorene's book. Searching was Mendanbar's. Calling was Morwen's. Talking was Daystar's. I wish the series was not concluded, because I'd love to see Telemain's book. And perhaps Kazul's book could be somewhat of a prequel. Oh, and what about a book from Antorell's perspective? That would make for an incredibly funny story. The Enchanted Forest and its surrounding is a world I want to know about. Not many authors can create an entire world that entices the reader so greatly. But Mrs. Wrede has. Unlike the Douglas Adams' Hitchiker's Guide series, which got progressively worse, each book in the Enchanted Forest Chronicles compares to the original, as fresh and brilliant as ever. Needless to say, this series is one of the best ever. I have not really sampled a lot of the adult fantasy by Piers Anthony and Anne McCaffrey and such, but I doubt they can compare with the Enchanted Forest Chronicles. This is not mindboggling fantasy like the Lord of the Rings trilogy: this is fun. Oh, and remember: <points finger>..."Argelfraster."

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Summary: the best
Review: I think this book is good. It explains the last part of the chronicle very well. I loved it! Patricia Wrede is my fav. writer!

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Summary: This was an AWESOME book!
Review: Okay everyone out there who's reading this this book was a VERY good book! I am a 15 year old, so this book is good for the older reading crowd. It would also be good for younger kids. The really neat thing about this series is that the author uses fairy tale stories that she has interweaved into the novel. Fairy tale stories like Jack and the Bean Stalk and Rapunzel. It's really very funny! I would really recommend this book to all book lovers. Oh, and don't forget to read the rest of the books in this series!