[Guest post] Report on Forcing the Ace

I previously mentioned that I enjoyed Erin Thomas new novel, "Forcing the Ace," from the Orca Limelights series.  However, I'm not the target audience (the book is intended for children ages 11 to 14).  With that in mind, I found a young reader who agreed to read and give me their feedback on the book.

The following is a guest post from an author who wishes to be known as Kidlet.

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My thoughts on  "Forcing the Ace" by Erin Thomas:

• It was a really good book!
• The synopsis at the back of the book really makes you want to read the book.
• I wish it was longer.
• Some chapters made me want to stop reading and practise magic or learn card tricks.

Favourite things:

• Everyone (boys and girls) can relate to the characters.
• Kids know what it's like to try and get their parents' permission to do things they want to do while trying to keep up with school.
• The accident wasn't as bad as it could have been.
• Injuries were common ground for the two main characters.
• The girl at the hospital with the shaved teddy bear.
• The boy and the girl have to figure out how to work together.
• The book teaches the reader how to deal with difficult people.
• How the main characters ended their routine.
• The line about the advantage of being a female magician.

What I learned:

• Magic can help with physiotherapy.
• Being in a hospital can be boring.
• When you're performing and you make a mistake, it may be hard but you can recover.
• Having fun and connecting with an audience (including things like stage presence and showmanship) can be just as important as technique.

In conclusion:

• It was a really good book!
• I want to read the rest of the Orca Limelights series!

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Thank you Kidlet for guest posting at Canada's Magic!