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The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making (Fairyland, #1)

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Fantasy Young Adult Fiction

by Catherynne M. Valente, Ana Juan

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3.97 (25.6K ratings)
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description 247 pages

The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making by Catherynne M. Valente, Ana Juan holds a well received rating of 3.97 out of 5, based on 25.6K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 247 pages.

About The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making

Twelve-year-old September lives in Omaha, and used to have an ordinary life, until her father went to war and her mother went to work. One day, September is met at her kitchen window by a Green Wind (taking the form of a gentleman in a green jacket), who invites her on an adventure, implying that her help is needed in Fairyland. The new Marquess is unpredictable and fickle, and also not much older than September. Only September can retrieve a talisman the Marquess wants from the enchanted woods, and if she doesn’t . . . then the Marquess will make life impossible for the inhabitants of Fairyland. September is already making new friends, including a book-loving Wyvern and a mysterious boy named Saturday.  With exquisite illustrations by acclaimed artist Ana Juan, Fairyland lives up to the sensation it created when the author first posted it online. For readers of all ages who love the charm of Alice in Wonderland and the soul of The Golden Compass, here is a reading experience unto itself: unforgettable, and so very beautiful.

Detail Value
Author Catherynne M. Valente, Ana Juan
Published 2011
Pages 247
Genres Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction
Average Rating 3.97 / 5.00
Total Ratings 25,551

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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25.6K ratings
With a rating of 3.97, The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs on par.

How It Compares

3.97
This Book
4.06
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making?

The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making worth reading?

Based on 25.6K reader ratings, The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making has an average score of 3.97 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making?

The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making has 247 pages.

Who wrote The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making?

The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making was written by Catherynne M. Valente, Ana Juan. It was first published in 2011.

What is the ISBN for The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making?

The ISBN-13 for The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making is 9780312649620.0.

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