Kira's Secret is a Children's Chapter book, at 156 pages it is a fantastic read, and yet another tale of Mythical Creatures that I and the Children I read to will thoroughly enjoy. Orysia whose name sounds a little like a Fairy tale Queen was the first born child to Immigrant parents who settled in Northern Ontario. I imagine "Kira's Secret" may well be a little look into her life has a child, as she Grew up in Canada, but was raised on a diet rich in Ukrainian traditions and stories, Almost like she was living in two worlds at once. She now lives in Prince Edward Island where she raises Sheep and Dogs. She has written books on livestock protection dogs, and also award-winning fiction for children and young adults. Her first novel, "House of Bears" was published by Acorn in 2009, but is not a children's novel.
I Find Kira's Secret to be a magical story, one that may match children's books such as The Little Mermaid, and Other Princess tales in lives of children (little girls especially), Kira is a strong role model to look up to, she knows what she wants and she strives to find out the truth no matter what it takes. The only thing about this book that I would like to see is a sequel (you'll probably feel the same at the end of the book, I can't say why because I don't want to ruin the ending ;)...) All-in-all I thought this was a wonderful book I recommend it to any young readers, and maybe even the older readers, if you're looking for a little of that childhood magic we all loved, and want to hold on to.
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