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The Mark of the Dragonfly
The Mark of the Dragonfly | Jaleigh Johnson
Scavenging objects from barely veiled parallel universes to support herself in the dangerous outer provinces, Piper discovers an unconscious, well-dressed stranger from another land and embarks on a life-changing journey. A first children's book.
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JSW
The Mark of the Dragonfly | Jaleigh Johnson
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I feel really mixed about this one. On the one hand, it‘s a chapter book appropriate for young readers who read above their grade level - which is hard to find. It‘s got strong female protagonists. It‘s got interesting magic. On the other hand, the world building is slow and incomplete. There are pacing problems with how the lead character “discovers” her skills. But perhaps my biggest complaint and reason for pan (in comments)

JSW ... is how one of the characters displays reasoning and thinking patterns that are a bit different and which my brain reads as neurodivergent. I was so excited to see this in a lead character until it‘s determined that she‘s actually part machine. Although I see where the author is going and how this fits the plot, it diminishes the character and makes her a sidekick, not a lead; it‘s also a horrible stereotype. I‘m disappointed. (edited) 5y
JSW This book could be handled well if you read it with your child and critique it together. Otherwise there are better young adult stories out there. 5y
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NamasteReading
The Mark of the Dragonfly | Jaleigh Johnson
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my kid came home with this today, ouuuuu 😍😍

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BookaholicNatty
The Mark of the Dragonfly | Jaleigh Johnson
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This was the 3rd book I got today from the library sale rack!!! I haven‘t heard to much about it but the librarian said it‘s really a great read. Has anyone read this?

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FairyHighRoad
The Mark of the Dragonfly | Jaleigh Johnson
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My #currentread is a steampunk adventure for tweens/teens. It's a fun, light read and I'm really enjoying it so far. #riotgrams

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Onceuponatime
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Pickpick

This is a fun story! Two friends end up on the run and encounter creatures, adventures, and new friends. With elements of magic, machines, steampunk, fantastic beasts, and kingdoms at war, this book is fast-moving and has a lot to enjoy. The first in a trilogy, I am excited to read more!

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Onceuponatime
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Was diagnosed today with strep throat and and ear infection. 😫 Crawling into bed now with this fun story as a distraction to my discomfort. My first steampunk! 😍 #oregonbattleofthebooks #obob #middlegrade

andreadmw Hope u feel better soon! 7y
DebinHawaii Oh, that's not good. Hope you feel better soon! 🤒💜 7y
Jas16 Get well soon! 7y
Onceuponatime @andreadmw @DebinHawaii @Jas16 Thanks for the well-wishes! 7y
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Ksvz
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2017 #4 Steampunk YA Audio This was definitely for the younger YA group with a hint of blushing crushes. Overall an interesting premise and world construction. I think that I would have liked more and was left a little but why at the end. Remembering though that I am not the intended audience it was good with action and strong female characters. Similar to the Burn series but less romancy.

Leelee.reads Nice review! 👍🏽 7y
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night_shift
The Mark of the Dragonfly | Jaleigh Johnson
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Really though, some of my #2017mostanticipatedbooks are not even in this picture. They're on hold at the library! Which is why i have my library card sitting there haha .. though I an excited for This Savage Song, Blood for Blood, Dorothy Must Die, and rereading The Golden Compass!

#seasonsreadings2016 #bookstack
@RealLifeReading

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aliarch
The Mark of the Dragonfly | Jaleigh Johnson
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Behind on my yearly reading goal, so let's see how many 9-12 books I can read in a day.

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coastalreader
The Mark of the Dragonfly | Jaleigh Johnson
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ISO middle grade book recommendations. Must have a beautiful cover, fantasy a plus. My daughter became a reader overnight. I'm overjoyed. There is a catch, as there often is in parenting. She only wants to read what is on my bookshelf and my bookshelf is not 9 year old reader friendly. I picked the prettiest middle grade covers I could find in our tiny library and have slipped them onto my shelf among my YA collection. These should hold her over.

Johanna414 You could try The Search for Wondla by Tony DiTerlizzi, anything by Jessica Day George, Rick Riordan or Shannon Hale, The Humming Room by Ellen Potter, Magyk by Angie Sage or The Spirit Animals Series... Fablehaven by Brandon Mull, Serafina and the Black Cloak by Robert Beatty, Dollbones by Holly Black 7y
coastalreader Thank you, @Johanna414 I'll check those out. 😉 7y
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LauraMole
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I was hooked! Several other teachers said they couldn't get into it, but...not me! Moving friendship, creative story line, fantastical characters!

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LizGotauco
The Mark of the Dragonfly | Jaleigh Johnson
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Bailedbailed

Had a hard time getting into this audio. Not sure if it's the book or narration or just not feeling a kids book at the mo. Moving on!

Peaceful_Reader I loved this book and used it for a 6th grade book club. I hope you'll go back to it. Hard copy might be better.🌞 8y
LizGotauco Hi @Peaceful_Reader! It's been popular with my tweens and teens too! Definitely has the ingredients for a book I'd like so I hope to try again. 8y
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LizGotauco
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My audio to make the chores count towards #24in48 @24in48