Most of the time, the book has a Blytonesque traditionally wholesome feel, in keeping with the fairy tale theme. The book did not contain much in the way of descriptive prose and I found his writing style inconsistent throughout.

However, the book is not without its flaws, which seem to be due to Colfer’s lack of writing experience. Malumclaw, the leader of the Big Bad Wolf pack is truly terrifying and the mute huntress, daughter of the original huntsman, is ruthless and dark to the core. Unfortunately, they are not the only ones searching for the items.Īs well as the traditional characters, such as Snow White, Rapunzel and the Evil Queen, Colfer creates some memorable characters of his own, particularly the villains. The story revolves around the twins’ quest to find several items needed to create a wishing spell that will send them back home. The Land of Stories is home to all of the familiar fairy tale characters and is split up into neighbouring kingdoms, each ruled by a Queen and her King Charming. They have a wonderful grandmother who always seems to be there when they need her most and a special birthday gift from her is about to send them on an adventure that they will never forget: a trip to the enchanting Land of Stories.Ĭolfer, of Glee fame, has created an impressive and believable fantasy world as a setting for his first book. Things are not completely hopeless though. They even lost their house, as the family could not afford to live there anymore. Their father was killed in a tragic accident and their mother has to work all hours to make ends meet. Twins Alex and Connor Bailey have had it tough recently.

The land of stories the wishing spell