Tales of Spooner Pond by Terry Rasner is sure to enchant readers with a story that’s equal parts fantasy, mystery, and heart. We’re with young Pippy Natalie Hyland, who discovers Spooner Pond and its secret world filled with magical animals, strange powers, and otherworldly adventures. Guided by her palimal, Truggles, Pippy embarks on a journey that tests her courage, kindness, and convictions. With shadowy forces threatening both her real world and the one beyond the wall, Pippy must discover what it means to grow up, protect what matters, and believe in the unbelievable. Perfect for young readers with big imaginations.

Author Terry Rasner has a way of creating worlds that makes you want to dive straight into their wonder, and the description in this gorgeous novel gives us a whimsical yet emotionally grounded fantasy with rich world-building everywhere you look. This is perfectly balanced with our naïve but adventurous heroine Pippy, who explores the world with a courageous, relatable spirit that both younger and older readers will find plenty of joy in. Seeing the world come to life through her eyes and the detailed narration sparks a lot of enthusiasm and warmth, and this is matched in the author’s gentle, welcoming tone throughout the story. The themes of bravery, loyalty, and the magic of self-belief are never overtly placed, but they rumble on gently under the surface and permeate Pippy’s experiences to teach those important lessons throughout. Overall, I would certainly recommend Tales of Spooner Pond for fans of classic middle-grade fantasy and readers of all ages who want a well-told traditional adventure with a modern heart.

Tales of Spooner Pond by Terry Rasner is a fun fantasy adventure story for the YA market. Pippy lives in North Star Ridge. She’s curious and always ready for adventure, but she gets more than she bargained for when she meets an otherworldly palimal called Truggles and stumbles across Spooner’s Pond. A magical world awaits her, a world full of enchantment and talking animals, but her journey between this world and her own puts her courage to the test, as she faces danger and uncovers powerful secrets, all while struggling with love.

Wonderfully imaginative and very cleverly written, Tales of Spooners Pond by Terry Rasner is filled with magic and mystery. This is fantasy at its best, and although it’s aimed at YA readers, I, as a much older adult, can honestly say that I thoroughly enjoyed it. A coming-of-age tale, it has action, adventure, young romance, and plenty of depth, everything you need to settle in for a few hours and lose yourself in a world of talking animals and enchantments everywhere you turn. The cast of characters is varied, but each has their own personality, and you’ll find something about each one that resonates with you. It is one of the most fun books I’ve read in a while, with a fantastic, unique plot, plenty of twists and turns, and plenty of humor, too, pretty much a book that suits all tastes. What an amazing read – highly recommended, and not just for the young readers, either. This is perfect for those who want a break from the real world, if just for a while.

Tales of Spooner Pond by Terry Lynn Rasner is a thrilling, imaginative, action-packed, Christian-values-based epic adventure for young adult readers, offering a wondrous escape into the magical world of Spooner Pond – home to a vast array of mystical creatures with animal, human, and mythological characteristics. Rasner has depicted Spooner Pond with such dazzling clarity that young readers will be completely absorbed from the first chapter. The themes, ideologies, and values she presents are perfectly suited to adolescent growth and development, but are never presented didactically, leaving room for youngsters to discover the importance of sound decision-making and carefully considered risk-taking at their own pace.

Guided by a lovable but elusive human-animal friend named Truggles, Holly ‘Pippy’ Natalie Hyland, her friend-perhaps-someday-boyfriend Howie, and a trio of Spooner Pond ‘palimals’ embark on an extended quest to reach the High Stones, where the chosen one Pippy is destined to receive enlightenment and magical powers beyond imagining. Along the way, they are alternately aided or opposed by various denizens and entities of Spooner Pond, all of whom require them to face their greatest fears and overcome crippling insecurities. The messages embedded in the text are both powerful and positive. Tales of Spooner Pond by Terry Lynn Rasner hearkens back to the time-honored and beloved traditions of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien but renders its magic in far more contemporary parlance, accessible and appealing to young readers. This is a glorious young adult adventure in which Pippy’s quest, spanning her life from pre-teen to a young woman, is a virtual field guide to successfully navigating adolescence. This book should be required fare for all young readers with a yen for magical adventure.

Tales of Spooner Pond by Terry Rasner is an imaginative story that follows young Pippy as she discovers a magical realm hidden just beyond her bedroom wall. After sketching a mysterious map on her wall, Pippy is visited by Truggles, a tall and gentle creature who introduces her to Spooner Pond. Spooner Pond is a whimsical world filled with palimals, talking animals who each have their own distinct personality and wisdom to share. Accompanied by her friends Sarah and Howie, Pippy embarks on a series of adventures that take her through magical forests, intricate mazes, and hidden worlds where lessons in friendship, faith, and courage await at every turn.

Author Terry Rasner has created an incredibly entertaining, creative, and unique story that keeps readers excited to see what will happen next. Perfect for young readers who enjoy sassy characters, great storylines, and fascinating worldbuilding, Tales of Spooner Pond has everything a young mind needs to be entertained. Pippy is a strong and relatable protagonist whose curiosity and kindness move the narrative forward. I enjoyed how driven she is, and her relationship with Truggles makes the story enjoyable. I love the concept of palimals. They are charming and memorable, each representing different aspects of human nature and emotional growth. I also liked how the narrative blends fantasy with adventure. The themes of courage, friendship, faith, and resilience are felt throughout the narrative. The worldbuilding is fantastic. The pace is fast, the story is engaging, and the plot is whimsical. I would highly recommend this book to young readers!