No Place for Magic: The Fourth Tale of the Frog Princess (Tales of the Frog Princess)

Book Description

When Emma and her beloved frog-turned-prince Eadric travel to Upper Montevista to ask for Eadric’s parents’ blessing on their marriage, they find his homeland in chaos: Eadric’s annoying little brother Bradston has been kidnapped by trolls! Worse, his mother won’t let Emma use magic, even to rescue Bradston, and Eadric seems suddenly a bit too fond of the girls from his past. But as they travel through unfriendly lands, battle sea-monsters and vampires, and find allies in unlikely places, Emma just might come to see her Eadric for the strong and loyal young man that he is.

With a dose of bravery and a few clever tricks both magic and not, Princess Emma takes center stage again in this utterly charming and surprising addition to E. D. Baker’s fantastic Tales of the Frog Princess.

Customer Reviews:

Princess Emma and Prince Eadric have been through a lot in their relationship over the last three books..........2007-08-12

Princess Emma and Prince Eadric have been through a lot in their relationship over the last three books. Their friendship began as frogs, when Eadric's Frog Prince curse backfired on Emma when she kissed him, and they joined forces to escape the swamp, as Emma finds that learning to hop and catch flies is harder than one might imagine. Next came the quest to turn her aunt's love back into a human (he was an otter at the time), and after that the curse that was destined to turn Emma into a mean ...uh... *witch* after the age of sixteen if she ever touched a flower.

That last one involved a bit of time traveling to fix. Along the way, Emma and Eadric have come to realize their love, as well as find a few odd friends, such as the bat, Li'l Stinker, her vampire mate, and a young dragon named Ralf.

After all of that, even Eadric's parents' hatred of magic isn't going to be enough to stop these two from getting married. Still, Emma would like to have their permission, or at least be able to say that she tried. His mother is less than pleased, however, to find out that her son is still determined to marry her. There are bigger problems in Eadric's kingdom, though, as his younger (and rather obnoxious) brother has apparently been taken by trolls. Afraid to use magic because the trolls can track her through it, Emma must help Eadric find his brother through the use of her wits instead.

This is the fourth book in the Frog Princess series. While the book is very enjoyable, I would recommend reading the first three books before this one. The series has maintained an entertaining tone through four books now, and each book does stand on its own. This one is no different, but there are lots of little things that will be more enjoyable if you know the series.

One thing I appreciated about this book and the series in general is that the romance is well constructed, even after four books. There are some side couples, but the central two are Eadric and Emma, who met in the first book as frogs, and now in this book get married. Their friendship and relationship progress through the books and reads as realistically as a romance can when you're turned into a frog, sent back in time, and suffering from curses.

Unlike the earliest book in the series, No Place For Magic doesn't draw on any particular fairytale origins. Instead it takes place in a world that works by fairytale rules. Fairies attend the wedding, trolls kidnap Eadric's brother, and witches practice "good" and "bad" magic.

This book takes Emma into Eadric's kingdom where magic is feared and gives her new prejudices to deal with. Back home, she is the Green Witch and respected by the citizens-they know she will protect them in times of need. Here magic is avoided, and she must hide her normal usage of magic and learn to rely on herself instead. In typical fairytale fashion, Emma and her magic skills are accepted once she saves the kingdom, just like Rudolf got to play with the other reindeer once he saved Christmas.

On the downside, the series is not overly unique. It takes fairytale conventions and turns them around, sometimes in different ways, and other times in the same old ways. Emma is your standard "doesn't want to be a passive" princess and Eadric is a sweet, "charming" prince, who cares as much about where his next meal is coming from as fighting, and likes to flirt with Emma (though the flirting might be as much for the fact that it unsettles her and makes her blush, as for other reasons). The other characters that surround them are also fun, but this is a fluffy book. It's a "having a bad day and need something to escape reality" read. I do think that as the series goes on, the books find more interesting turns and twists to throw in, and the characters grow a little.

Pure Magic.......2007-05-09

No Place for Magic was a magical book. The ordeals Emma and Eadric have to face are both funny and frightful. Even though I'm a little old to be reading these books I can't help but continue. Eadric and Emma find that they are still in love even after all the trials they face. A perfcet read for someone who likes magic, romance, and tons of fantastic creatures.

No Place for Magic?! It was a magical book!.......2007-04-17

No Place for Magic is the fourth book in the Tales of the Frog Princess series. It is a Fantasy book written by E.D. Baker. No Place for Magic takes place in a world where magic, giants, and dragons are nothing out of the ordinary. The story follows the life of a young princess of Greater Greensward named Emma. The thing is that she's also a very powerful witch. She's known as the Green Witch and is responsible for protecting the land with her magic. Her fiancé, Prince Eadric, lives in Upper Montevista, a kingdom that is not as accepting of magic as Greater Greensward. Eadric's parents, especially his mother, disapprove of Emma because of her powers. But when Eadric's younger brother, Bradston, is kidnaped by trolls Emma and Eadric must set out on a quest to find and bring him home.
E.D. Baker has a way of writing where she challenges your thinking in some way or another. In one of the scenes in particular she tests your trust. Aldrich and Emma had just arrived from a long journey to a small town very close to the trolls' castle. They needed rest and one of the residents invited them into their home to eat and stay the night. Emma immediately finds it odd that they live so close to man-eating trolls and when one keeps eyeing her quite suspiciously, she and Aldrich discover their true identity. After finding this they are forced to choose whether or not to trust someone they know who could potentially kill them, or ruin their friendship with one of their companions. This scene made me feel like I was the one who had to choose and kept me completely glued to the book.
No Place for Magic was very fun to read. It flowed easily, but kept me interested. Unlike many fantasy books I've read it really was a comedy. It made me laugh, but also worry. Reading the previous books in the series gives a much better understanding of the characters, but you can follow it either way. Anyone in the mood for a lighthearted book that's not too long or short, and enjoys the "once upon a time's" and "happily ever after's" will enjoy this book.

Cute, Cute, Cute.......2007-03-11

This is a adorable romantic comedy. The writing style is simple yet elegant. The characters are lovable and strong. The story is lighthearted yet not shallow, and a lot of humor is achieved by parodying traditional fairy tale elements. This novel is the best so far is the Tales of the Frog Princess series. If you like this book try Runaway Princess by Kate Coombs.

The Fourth Tale of the Frog Princess (Tales of the Frog Princess).......2007-01-19

This was a present for my Granddaughter and so far she has not complained about this product.

I received this delivery in time for Christmas as I ordered it rather late. That is good.

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Predictable, Disney-esque twaddle...
Very sweet and entertaining
Magical Adventure
The Frog Princess
A Magical Kiss

The Frog Princess (Tales of the Frog Princess)
E. D. Baker
Manufacturer: Bloomsbury USA Children's Books
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1582347999

Book Description

Princess Emeralda a.ka. Emma isn't exactly an ideal princess. Her laugh is more like a donkey's bray than tinkling bells, she trips over her own feet and she does not like Prince Jorge, whom her mother hopes she will marry. But if Emma ever thought to escape her troubles, she never expected it to happen by turning into a frog! When convinced to kiss a frog so he might return to being a prince, somehow the spell is reversed and Emma turns into a frog herself! Thus begins their adventure--a quest to return to human form.

Fascinating and hilarious characters ranging from a self-conscious but friendly bat to a surprisingly loyal snake and a wise green witch confirm that readers won't soon forget this madcap story. A fantastic debut from the talented E.D. Baker.

Customer Reviews:

Predictable, Disney-esque twaddle..........2007-10-02

It's a shame books like this get good reviews, as they lower the bar in a scary way. Nearly every line/scene/twist in "The Frog Princess" was predictable and at the same time improbable, as if the characters and dialogue were drawn from one the last twenty years' Disney flicks. Very easy stereotypes are drawn with a broad brush and and then supposedly debunked (girls are allowed to guffaw and this can make them TRULY ORIGINAL, your seeming enemy might ACTUALLY be your FRIEND!), and the characters are unlikeable, unless you like characters that are one-dimensional and motivated by the simplest of events and emotions. There's plenty of great and current juvenile and fantasy fiction out there (Harry Potter, Series of Unfortunate Events) but this ain't it. I'm irritated I wasted our time with this one.

Very sweet and entertaining.......2007-08-16

This was a very cute story. It wasn't one of those that I couldn't put down, but it was very entertaining. I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series.

Magical Adventure.......2007-06-18

This book is a great book to read if you like suspense, comedy, fantasy, fairy tales, and romance. I was glad that there was going to be a 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and in August there is going to be a 5th one in this series. I liked this book so much that the next day i just had to go and buy the 2nd and 3rd one. That is unusual for me because I don't even like to read. It is about a girl who doesn't want to marry this man named Prince Jorge so she runs away and so she goes to this swamp. When she is there she runs along a frog who then asks her to kiss him. She does, but then something goes wrong. She turns into a frog instead of him turning into a prince! You will have to read this book to find out how they fix the mistake.

The Frog Princess.......2007-04-17

Ever wish you were a princess? Emma is the princess in The Fog Princess by E.D. Baker. This book has to be fantasy and takes place in medieval time. Emma, the Princess, wishes that her mother would stop trying to marry her off and just wants to be a normal girl, until she met Eadric. Eadric claims to be a Prince but is currently supporting a frog form. He trys to use the most common method of saving himself, a kiss form a princess.
Eadric diligently persuades the stubborn princess and finally convinces her to give him a kiss. As she leans down and kisses him she is surprised to find that instead of Eadric becoming a human, she became a frog!
I thought this was an Interesting book but unless you enjoy bickering frogs then you should not read this book. This book might be on my favorites list just because of its humor. I enjoyed the thrilling and fatal situations they got themselves into.

A Magical Kiss.......2007-03-08

The Frog Princess by E.D. Baker is about a princess named
Emma. Her whole life turns upside down when she kisses a frog. She goes through a variety of obstacles with a frog that claims he is a prince. Princess Emmeralda or Emma has to find her aunt, Grassina the witch to reverse the curse enchanted on Eadric the frog and now Emma. On their journey they will meet a couple of new friends and maybe a new enemy. Will Emma's aunt break the spell or is Eadric really a prince? Find out all the details by reading The Frog Princess by E.D. Baker.

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Absolutely perfect
FOR ANYONE WHO EVER TOOK A WALK WITH A KID
Great book!
An engaging and recommended picturebook story
Princess is a star!

Do Princesses Really Kiss Frogs
Carmela LaVigna Coyle
Manufacturer: Rising Moon Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0873588800

Customer Reviews:

Absolutely perfect.......2007-07-27

I was looking for a gift for my niece and saw this book, so I read it quickly. It almost brought me to tears it was so charming and sweet, I could just imagine my niece on that walk and enjoying this book. It's just a perfect mix of humor and lessons without being preachy, and short enough for little kids. The art work is charming too. I'm a writer, and I take animation classes for fun, and I could only wish to write a children's book this good.

FOR ANYONE WHO EVER TOOK A WALK WITH A KID.......2006-10-12

I truely enjoyed this one, both in it's reading and visually. The little girl in the story is so very, very typical of children her age, both girls and boys, that you are bound to see one of your children, or as in my case, children and grandchildren, in her. The text is rhyming in nature and is quite catching. This is one of those books you must read and see several times. Each time I read it to a child or a class I (and they children) see something new in the illustrations which are quite detailed for such a simple work. As an added bonus, dog lovers will love this one too as the little pup in the story is just about as cute as the little girl. Recommend this one very highly.

Great book!.......2006-08-19

We love this book! Great gift for girls of all ages! It is more about the princess inside of you then about being into frills, lace, and fairies. So cute and funny!

An engaging and recommended picturebook story.......2005-05-14

Mike Gordon's large and appealing drawings adeptly illustrate an engaging and recommended picturebook story of a princess and her father who wander through the woods observing wonders. Scary woods encounters such as bees and dragons are revealed as a father tells his daughter what might be encountered in a woods walk - or not.

Princess is a star!.......2005-04-25

I love the book Do Princesses Really Kiss Frogs? by Carmela LaVigna Coyle for several reasons. I love that the princess is on a walk with her involved, interested and caring father. Now that's a role model I want to see more of. I love the simple sentences done in rhyme. Kids will eat that up! And giggle all the while! I love that the princess is encouraged and cherished. And I love the colorful and inviting drawings that show us the wonders of life as the princess discovers each of them.

This book is a follow-up to Do Princesses Wear Hiking Boots? by the same author.

William the Curious: Knight of the Water Lilies

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Wow, I was stunned!
A FROG BECOMES A KNIGHT
WOW! A Discovered Gem
William the Curious

William the Curious: Knight of the Water Lilies
Charles Santore
Manufacturer: Random House Books for Young Readers
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0679887423
Release Date: 1997-09-16

Book Description

The Queen of the Land of Far and Wide demands perfection--absolute perfection--in all that she surveys from her windows, high in her perfect castle. She orders her minions to move mountains and to change the colors of the forest--but, alas, she is never satisfied. One day she makes a decree--all imperfect things in the castle must be thrown out of the windows. Soon the lovely, lily-blanketed moat below becomes a slimy, polluted junk pile. Blinded by her quest for perfection, the queen does not realize the havoc she has wrought on the harmony of her kingdom, and no one dares to tell her--except one very small and very brave frog named William. Here is the story of how he opens the queen's eyes, to see that nature, in and of itself, is perfect. Acclaimed artist Charles Santore's sumptuous illustrations and provocative "environmental fairytale" will have readers of all ages cheering the triumph of the courageous frog.

Customer Reviews:

Wow, I was stunned!.......2005-03-18

I think William the Curious was a great book. I think the lesson was very reasonable. Being perfect isn't everything. I think the pictures are wonderful and I really liked this book. I was stunned by the great words that were in the book.

A FROG BECOMES A KNIGHT.......2004-03-05

Youngsters are inquisitive and so is the brave little frog in William The Curious, a delightful environmental fairy tale written and richly illustrated by Charles Santore.

A queen's desire for perfection and the consequences of this quest are explored, as well as the meaning of courage.

WOW! A Discovered Gem.......2001-06-14

Okay, I wish I was a kid again. Can I be a kid again?! I bought this book because it was about a knight who was curious and I can't think of a more perfect quest for a knight than curiosity. This is a little gem of a book and it could be made into a wonderful movie. It's art. It's a wonderful story about a knight who goes on a quest and learns that everything perfect is not so perfect. But that's okay. Even flawed it can be magical. William is a terrific character. The art work is fantastic, and I want to be young again. Mothers of young children should read this to them often. It's got a great message and it's clever. Not enough books for little boys either, and this is a great one. Buy it now.

William the Curious.......2000-04-26

This is a charming book that lets children (and adults) know that sometimes what appears to be perfect, isn't. The pictures a lovely and engaging and the story moves along well. My four year old declared "it should be a movie". Definitley a good bed time story.

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A reality check for a fairy tale life
A reverse story with a happily ever after ending.
Frog Prince Continued-06
What happens AFTER happily ever after
THIS WAS AWSOME

The Frog Prince, Continued
Jon Scieszka
Manufacturer: Viking Juvenile
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Binding: Hardcover

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A reality check for a fairy tale life.......2007-09-11

"The Princess kissed the frog. He turned into a prince. And they lived happily ever after..."

(riiiiiiiight.....whoever conceived such drivel?)
Okay, back to the book.....

"Well, let's just say they lived sort of happily for a long time. Okay, so they weren't so happy. In fact, they were miserable."

Welcome back to reality, oh beloved fairy tale. This one starts out with the nagging and whining prevalent in most relationships today. (Okay, this book is really not that depressing, but rather, very, very, FUNNY). Like most disgruntled spouses, the prince goes running off in search of the greener grass on the other side of the fence. No, he's not looking for an affair, just a witch (although both are hazardous to your health). Older kids will recognize witches from other fairy tales - e.g. one with the words "The Fairest" inscribed on her front door, sitting in front of her makeup mirror (with a No Whistling sign attached) reading a copy of "Hague" - Hilarious! Finally he finds a certain godmother who will help him, only not in the way he had thought. Not to to spill the beans, but our prince does finally get his fairy tale ending...only with a cute little twist I didn't see coming. The illustrations are to die for; I just don't want to do it by poison apple.

A reverse story with a happily ever after ending........2006-10-10

Jon Scieszka, author, has a way of twisting a fairy tale around and truly making it his own. The frog prince is tired of being nagged by his princess about hopping around on furniture and having lily pads in his pocket, he just wants to be a frog again and live happily ever after. The frog prince sets off on an adventure and goes from witch to witch (witches from other fairy tales) begging for them to turn him into a frog again. He comes upon a witch who finally tries but fails, turning him into a frog carriage. At the stroke of midnight the frog prince changes back to a prince and runs home to kiss his beautiful priness who he loves so much (only because he thought he was going to live out the rest of his life as a carriage in the scary woods). He kisses her and....well, I don't want to give away the creative ending. The illustrations are a bit dark but creative and effective to the sadness in the beginning of the story and woods through-out the rest.

Frog Prince Continued-06.......2006-05-22

And they all lived happily ever after........or not. The frog prince continued happens after the marriage of the frog prince and the beautiful princess. However life in the kingdom is not so magical. They fight they bicker, he whines she nags and now the frog prince wants nothing more than to become a frog again. So he sets off through the forest to find the witch who can turn him back into a frog. He meets many interesting witches along the way and finally one who can make him a frog, but is that really what he wants? Or does he wish he was with the princess again?

This hilarious story is complimented by even more hilarious pictures. The combination of author and illustrator make this picture book one you should not miss. Your kids will love the story and you will love that they love it. So go get a copy of the frog prince continued today. Recommended to kids six and up.

What happens AFTER happily ever after.......2006-01-06

The Frog Prince, Continued
Written By: Jon Scieszka
Review Done By: Jenny Orr

"The Princess kissed the frog.
He turned into a prince,
And they lived happily ever after..."
Everyone knows the story of the frog prince, right? Princess kisses the frog, frog turns into prince, remember? The story continues in this fun picture book for kids. The frog prince is living with the beautiful princess, but they are far from living happily ever after. The princess and the prince are just too different. The prince wants to go down to the pond. The princess wants him to go out and slay a dragon. Complete opposites. So, one night, the prince decides to leave and find a witch that will turn him back into a frog.

The prince's journeys take him deep into the woods. After walking for a little while, he meets witch number one. He begs to be turned back into a frog. But the witch has other ideas. She said that since he is a prince, she must cast a nasty spell on him. After all, she doesn't want Sleeping Beauty to wake before her hundred years are up. But, before the witch can get a hold of him, the frog prince runs away, even deeper into the forest.

After having run for a little while longer, he spots a cottage. As you have probably guessed, witch number two is there. He begs the witch to turn him back into a frog. But the witch has other ideas. If he is a prince, he must eat a poison apple. After all, she doesn't want anyone rescuing Snow White. But before the witch can get a hold of him, he's off, running as fast as he can, ever deeper into the forest.

Running along the path, he comes to another cottage. And of course, outside, there is witch number three,outside gardening. Again, the prince begs to become a frog again. But the witch has other ideas. After all, she doesn't want to skip lunch (which consists of two little children). But before the witch can get a hold of him, the prince dashes off down the path, but this time, he was lost.

While walking down the forest path, he spies witch number four, who was changing pumpkins to carriages. The prince begs to become a frog, and for once, the witch gives it a try. With a wave of her wand the prince is transformed...into a carriage! The "carriage prince" runs... I mean rolls, even farther down the path. Just when he is beginning to despair of ever changing back into a human (he had long since given up on ever becoming a frog again), the clock strikes midnight, and to his great delight, he changed back into his human form.

Not wasting any time, the prince ran back to his castle, where the poor princess had been worrying herself sick. The prince looked at the princess, the only one who had believed him, the one who had actually kissed his slimy frog lips, the princess who loved him.
"The Prince kissed the Princess.
They both turned into frogs.
And they hopped off happily ever after."

THE END

This is the perfect book for early readers. Between the glossy illustrations and the captivating plot, there is no way a child (usually between the ages of 3-7) can't like this book. You and your child definitely don't want to miss out on this great reading experience.

THIS WAS AWSOME.......2004-09-23

I really like this book. I read it all the time and i am just addicted to it. I have this book and i think i read it about everyday when I am bored. Im really glad you wrote this book. Thank you!

Once Upon a Curse (Tales of the Frog Princess)

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Excellent children's story
Romance at Heart
super book
Engaging read
Once upon a curse

Once Upon a Curse (Tales of the Frog Princess)
E. D. Baker
Manufacturer: Bloomsbury USA Children's Books
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ASIN: 1582349118
Release Date: 2006-08-22

Book Description

Many years ago a slighted fairy placed a curse on a beautiful young princess--a curse that caused her and all her female descendants to turn into mean, ugly witches if they ever touched a flower after turning sixteen. Now, Princess Emma, who is about to turn sixteen herself, is determined to break the spell once and for all. Emma travels back in time to the day the curse was placed on her ancestor in the hope of preventing the curse from being cast. Unfortunately she isn't successful in her efforts, but she does learn how to break it. Armed with this knowledge, Emma returns to her own time full of hope. But disaster ensues and Emma is about to give up completely--until true love shows itself in the most unexpected place of all.

With a bit of courage, a pinch of luck, and of course, a healthy dose of magic, Princess Emma charms her way through the third hilarious adventure in the Tales of the Frog Princess series.

Customer Reviews:

Excellent children's story.......2007-08-09

We bought the Frog Princess from a school bookfair. I've been reading it to my 8 year old daughter. We both enjoyed the book so much, I bought the next two in the series on Amazon. These are wonderfully funny, engaging stories. This is a children's auther I would highly recommend.

Romance at Heart.......2007-06-05

Ilove the romance in this book.Emma and Eadric
are very funny characters.I love the magic in this book.
I hope to keep reading the series!

super book.......2007-05-14

This book is just one of the wonderful books in this series. An absolute family treasure and fun for the whole family.

Engaging read.......2007-05-06

This was a fun book that has been passed around in family. I read it first and then passed it to my 13 yr. old daughter who then passed it to my 10 yr. old daughter. We've all laughed with delight at some of the exploits our "heroes" manage to involve themselves in. A must read! Grab the whole series while you're at it!

Once upon a curse.......2007-04-08

After an adventure of being a frog with Prince Eadric in the "Frog Princess" and finding a cure for turning Haywood back into human form in "Dragon's Breath", Princess Emma must now travel back in time to try and stop the family curse from being placed; or at least find out how to end it. Emma knows she must end the curse before she turns 16 and marries Eadric because it's ruining her family member's lives and will shadow her and Eadric when they get married. The curse has already taken its toll on her grandma and beloved Aunt Grassina, turning them into ugly old hags because they were in contact with a flower.
Emma manages to travel back in time with Eadric and survive up until the party, which is where and when the curse is placed. She fails to stop the curse from being placed, but manages to find out how to break it. When she goes back to the future in her own time, she's certain she knows the surest way of breaking the spell, but disaster strikes that discourages her. But finally love conquers evil unsuspectedly...

I loved this charming book because it shows courage, love, and determination in the inner self.

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Excellent
Shockingly provocative
Funny, delightful, clever, heartwarming
A peek inside the process
Ehhh....

The Frog King
Adam Davies
Manufacturer: Riverhead Trade
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ASIN: 1573229385
Release Date: 2002-08-06

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A mediocre book leaves you cold. But an almost-great book--that's enough to make you gnash your teeth. In his debut novel, The Frog King, Adam Davies maddeningly fails to recognize and develop the terrific material he has at hand. Harry Driscoll, raised in privilege and Ivy League-educated, is a peon at a prestigious New York publishing house--in fact, the house is called Prestige--and he hates it: hates the menial labor, hates the intellectual pretension, hates the political jockeying necessary to advancement. Driscoll is terrific on the disappointment peculiar to the overeducated and underemployed: "All those years of schooling (Yes I speak Old English!) and resumé building. (Yes I interned on Capitol Hill!) didn't pertain at all to the life that was waiting for me." The insider peek at New York publishing is terrific, too, if scant: "There's a joke at Prestige that The New Yorker will publish any story that ends with the word 'home.'" Davies devotes most of his energy, however, to Harry's somewhat mystifying relationship with his girlfriend Evie. He loves her madly, but he's sleeping around. When he loses her, he continues to lie to her even as he tries to win her back. Davies may have some kind of emotional profile in mind for Harry, but he fails to put it across to the reader. Fortunately, the well-observed social comedy and nicely exaggerated workplace farce more than make up for the rest of the novel's shortcomings. --Claire Dederer

Book Description

Harry Driscoll is living in New York City (if you call trying to survive on an editorial assistant's salary "living").

His family is wealthy (but Harry Driscoll is not).

His education is Ivy League (but what good is it doing him?).

His publishing job is entry level (with no exit in sight).

BUT...

Harry Driscoll has a dream (if you call an unfinished manuscript hidden in the closet a "dream").

Harry Driscoll has a girl (although intercourse is out of the question).

Harry Driscoll even has feelings. (He asked this girl, one day in the park, to be in his life forever-and meant it!)

And the other girls? They're not the problem. (The problem is, Harry Driscoll cannot allow himself to say the word "love.")

Customer Reviews:

Excellent.......2007-08-29

Before I reached for the book, I did not know much about the book or the author. I think that I bought it because I liked the cover and it looked like a cute book. Just after the first few pages I saw that ireading the book is going to be a great timespent. Adam Davies has wonderful way with words. The book was very engrossing and funny. The main characters were very carefully constructed and likable, especially Henry, whose actions are a little but dubious, but that's why he is believable.
i'm looking forward to reading more by this author.

Shockingly provocative.......2006-11-28

I read "Goodbye Lemon", the author's second novel. I found it so compelling that I was left thinking about the characters long after the last page was turned. I begged my husband to get me "The Frog King" since I could not find it at Borders or any other book store in the area. Enter Amazon. So, blissfully for my birthday, he complied.

I read this book in less than a week. It was utterly compelling, somewhat edgy at times, yet the story was not boring. It is a love story in the sense that Harry can not admit to Evie he loves her. Instead, he says "Viva la Evie!" He cheats, though in his mind for the right reasons. He wants to provide a better life for her so he figures the ends justifies the means. I think Harry epitomizes many of us who have worked in entry level jobs where you can't seem to get anywhere. He became jaded, thus his sliding backward into sophomoric behavior. He is poor, he has no money and is often hungry. This novel speaks to everyone, I think. A somewhat twisted, yet neurotic at times, love story, a story about a guy who is trying to get by and ultimately ahead, and the wrenching pains of growing up finally and realizing that you want to be somebody and stop sabotaging yourself. I recommend this book to anyone. It is quirky, smirky and was a thought provoking read.

Funny, delightful, clever, heartwarming.......2006-10-17

These days I'm sufficiently old and jaded to find it harder to find a book that finds me (I think that makes sense, but no matter). I picked this up in a bookstore, was instantly hooked by the very talented humor of the opening pages, bought it and loved the entire thing. It's a sweet combination of often laugh-out-loud humor, delightfully whacky characters and an underlying poignancy that eventually translates into a fractured warmth, but warmth nonetheless.

Evidently (from some other reviews here) some people don't get Davies' humor, so it's all a matter of how it strikes your neurons. So I recommend that you read the first few pages and if you find the opening - as I did - a delight, you'll likely love the rest of it.

A peek inside the process.......2006-07-28

Seeing a few of the unrealistically rave reviews of this flawed novel reminds me to remind everyone how tainted the amazon reader review process is. When anyone can review a book there's the chance that the authors publicist, best friend, next-door-neighbor, and even mother can write a glowing review. I'm always suspicious of "best novel ever" reviews...

Ehhh...........2006-05-26

This is a well written and clever book, and the author is very talented. The thing is, I'm a little irritated and bored by the story of a 20-something, commitment phobic, seemingly adolescent kind of guy who is such an emotional midget that he can't even say "I love you." The protagonist reminds me of the quintessential young (immature) single guy whose self destructiveness is matched only by his narcissism...the kind of guy women (girls?) really go for until they get a little older and grow a backbone. Harry's a horrible jerk until she draws a line in the sand...then he realizes how much he cares and wants her back...have all of us not lived or heard this scenario in some way a zillion times since we began dating? Are we not tired of it yet? Maybe I'm getting old...it's just not very cute or alluring anymore...it was hard for me to sympathize and consequently hard for me to stop rolling my eyes.

King of the Pond (Sommer, Carl, Another Sommer-Time Story) (Another Sommer-Time Story)

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SO MANY LESSONS IN SUCH A LITTLE BOOK.
King of the Pond
Don't Be A Show Off!

King of the Pond (Sommer, Carl, Another Sommer-Time Story) (Another Sommer-Time Story)
Carl Sommer
Manufacturer: Advance Publishing, Inc.
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1575370166

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Tombo the tadpole thinks he is the king of the pond. He brags that he is the biggest, the fastest, and the strongest tadpole, and teases and chases all the other tadpoles. However, while Tombo is showing off doing a triple flip, a boy catches him. The boy puts him into a fish tank and gives him fish flakes to eat, a food Tombo despises. When Tombo turns into a frog, the boy releases him back into his pond. Then Tombo discovers that he is no longer the biggest and fastest, but he does learn the value of friendship. In this superbly illustrated book, Carl Sommer reveals the importance of respect for others, forgiveness, and sportsmanship. Grades K-3. Virtues: Respect for Others / Forgiveness / Sportsmanship Other Virtues: Appreciation, Assertiveness, Caring, Cheerfulness, Citizenship, Civic Virtue, Compassion, Cooperation, Courtesy, Fairness, Friendship, Generosity, Humility, Justice, Kindness, and Tolerance

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SO MANY LESSONS IN SUCH A LITTLE BOOK........2006-11-11

Like the other books in this series, this one is a wonderful study guide for children on severl levels. So many lessons to learn here and so well written! The King of the Pond is about growing up, in this case from a tadpole to a frog. It teaches lessons in forgiveness, sportsmanship and most importantly respect for others and humility. We not only get a wonderful little story nature, i.e. how frogs get here, but a wonderful little story of the nature of people. Like every book in this wonderful series, the illustrations are simple, to the point and great. This is a great little book to discuss one on one with a child or use with an entire classroom full of children. Recommend this one quite highly.

King of the Pond.......2000-10-11

King of the Pond is about a big bully named Tombo. He boasts to all his friends that he is the biggest, strongest and fastest tadpole in the pond. As the story continues a boy named Alex comes to the pond to catch fish. But instead sees Tombo and catching him for a pet. After Tombo returns to the pond as a frog he realizes how important friends are, as he returns now as the smallest FROG in the pond. Tombo learns a good lesson in the importance of friendship, forgiveness and of being a good sport.

Don't Be A Show Off!.......2000-10-08

King of the Pond, was a cute book as well as a book to learn from. It could be used in a science class for children to learn where frogs come from. It had excellent illustrations and a very good storyline. I'm sure glad that Tombo made it back to the pond. He learned a valuable lesson about boasting. Thanks Sommer, I will use this one in an integrated science lesson.

The Salamander Spell (Tales of the Frog Princess)

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Awesome book!
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The Salamander Spell (Tales of the Frog Princess)
E. D. Baker , and E.D. Baker
Manufacturer: Bloomsbury USA Children's Books
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1599900181
Release Date: 2007-08-21

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In this prequel to the Tales of the Frog Princess, Grassina is a young princess-in-training. But as the younger sister to Princess Chartreuse, Grassina is not expected to do much beyond behave herself. When a terrible spell stops her mother from being the good Green Witch, and the Kingdom of Greater Greensward seems to teeter on the brink of terror, Grassina sets off on an errand in the swamp and comes back with some surprises for everyone, including skills that only Chartreuse is supposed to have. Soon it is clear that Grassina has begun to find her own way to the magic she thinks she’ll never have, and luckily for Greater Greensward, the audaciousness—and the ability—to save the kingdom itself.

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Awesome book!.......2007-09-22

The Salamander Spell was a great book! Just make sure that you read the other 4 books, first, so you understand everything.

Courtesy of Teens Read Too.......2007-08-22

No, this is not a story about Princess Emeralda and Prince Eadric.

This new story, which is a prequel to THE TALES OF THE FROG PRINCESS, visits Princess Emeralda's aunt....as a teenager!

Living in Greater Greensward with her mother, father, and sister, Chartreuse, Grassina is not expected to do much. Chartreuse was first born, which means she will be both Queen and Green Witch. All Grassina is expected to do is to marry a prince.

When the King gives their mother a bouquet of flowers the family curse turns her into a nasty hag and also disperses of her Green Witch title. Now Greater Greensward has no Green Witch to protect them.

While doing a meaningless task for her mother, Grassina hears word of werewolves invading towns and nearing Greater Greensward. With no Green Witch, who will stop them? Its up to magic-less Grassina, runaway Haywood, and a snake named Pippa to save the kingdom.

As a fan of THE TALES OF THE FROG PRINCESS, i thought this was a good prequel. The book reads smoothly and gives Grassina more personality than that which we already knew. If you read the books released before THE SALAMANDER SPELL you know the outcome, but nevertheless it's a good read.

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The Frog Princess: A Tlingit Legend From Alaska

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Recommended for all parents and young readers for its creative story telling and superb illustrations

The Frog Princess: A Tlingit Legend From Alaska
Eric A. Kimmel
Manufacturer: Holiday House
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Binding: Library Binding

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ASIN: 0823416186

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Many men begin to flock to the Tlingit village hoping to make the headman's beautiful daughter their bride, then retreat in disgrace as none is ever good enough for her. Weary of the suitors and their presents, she proclaims that she's sooner marry a frog from the lake than any of the men after her heart. One night soon after, a very handsome young man--with slightly bulging eyes--appears on her threshold to fulfill her words, and she follows him underwater to her new home amongst the Frog People. But her peace is interrupted when her parents demand her return to the village, and the maiden finds herself caught in a clash between the worlds of land and sea. In Kimmel's captivating retelling of the Tlingit legend, with breathtaking illustrations by Rosanne Litzinger, a maiden struggles to find the place where she truly belongs.

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Recommended for all parents and young readers for its creative story telling and superb illustrations.......2006-07-13

Expertly retold by Eric A. Kimmel and beautifully illustrated by Rosanne Litzger, The Frog Princess: A Tlingit Legend From Alaska is the evocative Alaskan folktale of a young maiden princess of a Tlingit village whose heart is pursued by many different suitors, but none of them are regarded with any romantic interest by her. The Frog Princess carries young readers through the impressively pictured story of the young maiden's interest in the Frog People and her heart-warming struggle to discover where her true home is, as well as dealing with the greatest life-changing decision she's ever faced. An ideal addition to school and community "Myth, Fairytale & Folklore" picturebook collections, The Frog Princess is very highly recommended for all parents and young readers for its creative story telling and superb illustrations.

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