Flight Test 101


Children - Adventure
256 Pages
Reviewed on 06/04/2025
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Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite

Flight Test 101 by Amanda M. Thrasher is a heartwarming children's adventure that follows three young fairlings called Lilly, Boris, and Jack as they prepare for their first-ever flight test. We’re with them for this thrilling rite of passage, but it soon spirals into an unforgettable adventure filled with challenges that test not only their flying abilities but also their courage and the strength of their friendship. As they navigate tricky obstacles and surprising twists, the trio learns important lessons about teamwork, perseverance, and believing in themselves. Part of The Mischief Series, this tale offers young readers a joyful and meaningful story, perfect for independent reading or shared story time.

Author Amanda M. Thrasher has a way of bringing characters and ideas to life with such a warm and gleeful tone of voice, and this confident and engaging narrative style makes for a delightful blend of magic and moral lessons that encourages resilience and cooperation. Children’s books rarely strike the balance of moral lessons and great adventures as well as this one does. Lilly, Boris, and Jack’s experiences and attitudes contain those essential themes and emotional journeys naturally. The dialogue was a big help in getting these messages across playfully, with engaging characters and imaginative world-building to keep young readers’ interest piqued and waiting for the next twist. What results is a story where you feel invested in its heroes, told with warmth and clarity in a fun and affirming tone. Overall, I would certainly recommend Flight Test 101 as an ideal read for youngsters navigating real-life challenges who would enjoy a lively and warm-hearted fantasy tale.

Emma Megan

Flight Test 101 by Amanda M. Thrasher is a touching, gorgeous, and entertaining children's book that follows some incredible fairlings on another of their exciting adventures together. Part of The Mischief Series, this story is mainly about Lilly, Boris, and Jack, who prepare for their first flight test; Flight Test 101. Lilly and Boris feel excitement and fear, yet Jack's not worried. He can't wait to test and finally have real flight privileges. Lilly and Boris must practice and improve their skills more, but Jack can pass the upcoming flight test with his eyes closed. Unfortunately, an accident occurs, and an outdated rule from the flight rule book may affect one of them. Now Lilly, Boris, and Jack are more anxious about the test than ever, as there's no room for errors. Will they pass the flight test?

You cannot read Flight Test 101 by Amanda M. Thrasher without feeling excited, amazed, or touched by the loyalty, friendship, support, laughter, and courage portrayed. This book is enjoyable and inspiring, showing the power of teamwork and support, keeping promises, embracing challenges, and more. Through Lilly's, Boris's, and Jack's experiences, kids will discover the joy of friendship and hard work, and how, with compassion and integrity, they can make a difference and truly help one another succeed. This lovely tale is the perfect gift for kids and families to enjoy together as it blends delightful adventures, gentle life lessons, thrilling moments, and magic. All young adventurers can enter this enchanting world of the fairlings and learn what being part of a team is all about.

Emily-Jane Hills Orford

“Fairy free time was the best!” It’s time to gather with fairy friends and just have some fun. In Amanda M Thrasher’s Flight Test 101, Lilly, Boris, and Jack, fairlings and friends, are playing and preparing for their big flight test. They can already fly, but some tests will determine their skill and preparedness for the great fairy world beyond. Everything about their life is an adventure, but the adventure is about to get even more exciting, as these three fairlings help each other improve their flying skills so they can meet the requirements of the test and succeed. There is an intense and complicated obstacle course they must maneuver their wings through, and they need each other to make a success of their prowess.

Amanda M Thrasher’s elementary-grade novel, Flight Test 101, is another delightful story in the series, told in simple language to help young readers. It is told through lots of dialogue, effectively developing the story and characters to make the story more believable and enjoyable. The excitement builds in every chapter as the friends bond and show their exceptional abilities to work together. And, in the end, it’s not a “to be continued” final note, but rather it’s Lilly stating quite simply, “Wait and see!” The themes are obvious and intense: themes of friendship, resilience, and working together, as well as working through mistakes to become a stronger individual and a team player. A simple, yet powerful gem of a story for young readers.