The Frights of Fiji (Alyssa McCarthy’s Magical Missions) by Sunayna Prasad | Review
A book blog tour from iRead Book Tours.
Thank you to the author, publisher, & Lauren at iRead for providing me the information for this tour. 
The Frights of Fiji (Alyssa McCarthy's Magical Missions, #1) by Sunayna Prasad Series: Alyssa McCarthy's Magical Missions #1
Published by Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing on October, 2018
Genres: Action & Adventure, Fiction, Adventure, Children's, Middle-Grade, Young Adult, Girls & Women
Format: eBook, Paperback
Pages: 149
Buy on AmazonA world of magic and adventure awaits…
Sent to live with her strict, aloof, and uncaring uncle after her parents are killed in a car accident, twelve-year-old orphan Alyssa McCarthy longs for the life she used to have—one filled with fun and love. Then one stormy night, a message appears in the raindrops on the window that will change everything.
"Your life will never be the same again, as magic will interfere."
Before long, Alyssa is kidnapped by Master Beau, a banished sorcerer with a mysterious connection to her who can only regain his power by weakening hers. Suddenly hurled into a world of wizardry filled with fantastical beasts and marvelous technology beyond her wildest imagination, Alyssa must defeat Master Beau if she ever wants to get home again. But Master Beau will stop at nothing, including using Alyssa’s friends, to ensure he is triumphant.
Originally titled "From Frights to Flaws", this story is the exciting and enchanting first book in the "Magical Missions" series.
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Source: Amazon Purchase, iRead Book Tours, Received from the author or publisher for review.
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My thoughts on The Frights of Fiji
Book one of Sunayna Prasad’s series lays the groundwork for the series.
The author sets up the backstory and builds the magical world for her characters to play in. There are a lot of similarities to Harry Potter, but I can see where differences begin to shine through.
The story plays into the feelings of abandonment, dreams of a different life, and the typical emotional upheaval young teens are filled with.
The story, written in a twelve-year-olds voice, occasionally lags in pace. Portions feel a little over-explained or maybe redundant is a better word. But, if you are looking for nonstop action in a middle-grade adventure, this is the book for you.
I believe middle-grade readers will enjoy the story of Alyssa’s foray into a new magical world.
I received a copy of the book for the tour. This review is my honest, unbiased opinion.
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About Sunayna Prasad
Sunayna Prasad enjoys writing fantasy books for children, as well as cooking, creating artwork, watching online videos, and blogging. She has also written The Frights of Fiji, and A Curse of Mayhem and is constantly creating and brainstorming new ideas.
Sunayna also loves cartoons, traveling, and thinking outside the box.
She lives in New York.
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