The Star Fairy


Children - Action
34 Pages
Reviewed on 01/21/2025
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Reviewed by Carol Thompson for Readers' Favorite

The Star Fairy by Chris Zuschlag is a magical children’s book that captures the enchantment of a young girl named Thyme Robin as she embarks on adventures with garden fairies. Thyme, a lover of flowers and the tiny fairies that inhabit her garden, dreams of flying like them. Her commitment to the fairies and their garden earns her a unique opportunity: the fairies grant her wish to fly, though only for a short time, enabling her to experience the world from an exciting new perspective. The story’s underlying message shows the rewards of kindness and the significance of believing in oneself. Thyme’s interactions with the fairies and her adventures soaring high above the garden and even to the stars provide young readers with a glimpse into a world where kindness can lead to amazing rewards.

Chris Zuschlag’s storytelling is filled with whimsy and wonder, bringing to life a garden ecosystem teeming with fairy folk. Each fairy is distinct, contributing to the garden’s vibrancy and Thyme’s life. The narrative progresses gently as Thyme learns that wishes might come with conditions and unexpected opportunities. The illustrations by Megan Morgan complement the text beautifully, portraying a lush garden environment that pulses with the excitement of its fairy and human inhabitants. The vivid colors and dynamic scenes enhance the magical feel. I love the classic storybook look of the illustrations that add a bit of nostalgia. The Star Fairy teaches young readers the power of hope and the endless possibilities of believing in magic. It encourages children to dream big and to see the magic in the natural world around them. The Star Fairy is an excellent addition to any child’s library, offering an engaging story and a meaningful message.

Melinda Facal

The Star Fairy, written by Chris Zuschlag with illustrations by Megan Morgan, shares a wonderful tale about gratitude, communion with nature, and the power of self-belief. Thyme Robin is a young girl who enjoys working in the garden and has become friends with the magical garden fairies who live there. Thyme admires the beauty of the fairies along with their ability to fly and twirl in the sky, and the fairies are very thankful to her for all the dedicated work she does to ensure that their garden flourishes. One marvelous day, Thyme is granted a spectacular wish from the king and queen of the fairies. Thyme takes off on an amazing adventure where her confidence grows and she meets a special friend along the way.

The Star Fairy by Chris Zuschlag is a thought-provoking story highlighting the power of imagination and the beautiful relationship between humanity and nature. Thyme delights in taking care of the fairies’ flowerbeds and the fairies deeply appreciate all that she does for them. Young readers will be encouraged to dream as well as to consider how they can engage with the natural world around them. The gorgeous and calming illustrations convey the enchantment of this lovely story. Readers of all ages will be captivated by the joy of the whimsical fairies and Thyme’s enthusiasm to befriend the pixies. The inspiring experiences of Thyme and the fairies will encourage children to believe in themselves and to see the positive effect they can have on the environment around them.

Juan Lynch

The Star Fairy, written by Chris Zuschlag and illustrated by Megan Morgan, is a fun-to-read fairy tale. Our protagonist, Thyme Robin, is a seven-year-old girl passionate about gardening. She loved her flowers. However, she loved the fairies that lived in her garden even more. Thyme made them houses to live in and even gave them her doll house as a castle for the King and Queen of the garden fairies. Hence, when Thyme asked Lily-of-the-valley fairy if it would be possible for her to fly around with wings like a fairy, Lily promised to check with the royals. The king and queen granted her wish. Thyme was amazed when she magically grew wings. Her adventure through the sky felt like a dream. Was it all a dream?

I really enjoyed reading The Star Fairy by Chris Zuschlag. An important plot point is that the fairy magic allowing Thyme to fly ends at midnight. I liked how this was reminiscent of the fairy magic in Cinderella. The work was well-paced. The author's choice of words was also very suitable for this target audience; children. I highly recommend The Star Fairy to readers of all ages. The central theme of the story is to believe in oneself. I believe that fairy tales like this help us remember our childhood dreams. It was enjoyable how at one point the author teases the reader with the hint of a possible sequel story. I look forward to reading more from Chris Zuschlag.

Anne-Marie Reynolds

The Star Fairy by Chris Zuschlag is a short adventure story for children. Thyme loves the garden, and she loves all the flowers and the different colors. But she loved the fairies the most. Thyme decides she would like wings so she can flit about like the fairies, so she asks for permission, which is granted. But fairy magic will only last so long, and Thyme is warned to be back on the ground in time before the magic runs out. On her journey, she meets the star fairy who takes her high up into the sky, but suddenly, Thyme remembers the warnings. She has to return to earth. Will Thyme ever get her fairy wings back? Will she ever be able to journey to the stars again? Or was it all a dream? Join Thyme on a magical journey like no other.

The Star Fairy by Chris Zuschlag is a wonderfully illustrated story with a lovely message. On the face of it, this is a fun story about a girl who gains the ability to fly. But this has a much deeper message, teaching kids that anything is possible if you believe hard enough. This story is an enjoyable adventure for children and will spark their imaginations. Who hasn’t wished they could fly, soaring above the earth, among the stars? It’s written in a way so that kids will understand and have no trouble following it, and the characters are lovely, relatable, and easy to like. This is a story kids will want to read again, and each time, they’ll find something new to marvel over. This is a beautiful book and I highly recommend it to all kids – it is great bedtime reading, leading to magical dreams.

Foluso Falaye

Thyme's biggest wish is to fly like the fairies in the garden she loves. Thanks to her dedicated work, she is granted her wish to fly. However, she must make it back in time before midnight since her wings are only a gift until then. Though she risks landing harshly without the wings by traveling far, she gets lost in the beauty of the stars and the new friend she makes while relishing the gift of flight. Will Thyme make it back in time before her wings disappear? The Star Fairy by Chris Zuschlag captivates readers with an adorable tale about a girl who lives in a world of magic and tastes the joy of flight. It takes us on a trip filled with adventure, fun, and lovely friends. 

I loved the book's intricate magic rules and the generous attitude of the fairies. We see the cost of giving Thyme wings in King Fairy's words: "This is going to take all the strength of every fairy here to grant this wish." Apart from its fun themes, The Star Fairy offers brilliant lessons to young readers. Though Thyme is just a girl, she exemplifies the values of consistency and diligence by working in the garden. Chris Zuschlag's enthralling descriptions make the magical world feel very real. Beautiful images by Megan Morgan brilliantly illustrate the characters and their actions in the story. Overall, The Star Fairy offers a wonderful chance to experience a journey of imagination and creativity. Children and older readers will love its magical feel and will find themselves glued to its fascinating scenes throughout.