Storybound

(Paperback)

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In the land of Story, kids go to school to learn to be the perfect character: a brave Hero, a trusty Sidekick, even the most dastardly Villain. They dream of the day when they will live out Tales written just for them.

But when an ordinary girl named Una Fairchild finds herself Written In to Story, she discovers that the magical land is threatened by a dark secret. As she digs deep into Story's shadowy past, Una realizes that she is tied to the world in ways she never could have imaginedand it may be up to her to save it.

Reviews

"An appealing fantasy. Strong writing and interesting characters make Una's journey enjoyable, and the overall result will have readers on the lookout for the planned sequel." -- Publishers Weekly

"A richly imagined world. Readers will enjoy the mind-bending fun of puzzling together small details." -- Booklist

"Readers who love fantasy may see an opportunity to snuggle up with a cup of cocoa and unravel the plot, which twists and turns in on itself, with happy surprises." -- Kirkus Reviews

"With its unique twist (her roommate, for example, is a snooty Snow White), Una's adventures should charm those who enjoy fairy-tale reboots, and the cliff-hanger ending could ensure demand for a sequel." -- School Library Journal

Author Bio

When she was in school, Marissa Burt was forever getting notes sent home from teachers about reading novels during class. Shes worked as a social worker, barista, 5th grade teacher, childrens bookseller, faculty assistant, and reference librarian. Marissa grew up in Oregon, and drifted eastward through Colorado, Illinois, Tennessee, and South Carolina before coming back home to the Pacific Northwest. She now lives in the Seattle area with her husband and three sons. You can visit her online at www.marissaburt.com.