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Felicity~ A Sparrow's Tale Paperback – October 24, 2014

by Loralee Evans (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars 156 ratings
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Tales of adventure and danger have thrilled Felicity since Augustus, her ivory-billed woodpecker friend, taught her to read as a little nestling. She adores the tales of heroes and heroines who forge ahead in spite of all odds, and who always seem to succeed no matter what. More than anything, Felicity wants to be brave and selfless like them.But adventures are in short supply, especially for someone who’s just an ordinary sparrow.Until the day an unexpected visitor shows up at her tree with an unusual request…
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    7 - 10 years, from customers
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    Felicity
  3. Print length
    183 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.46 x 8.5 inches
  6. Publication date
    October 24, 2014
  7. ISBN-10
    0692306919
  8. ISBN-13
    978-0692306918
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"Well written and imaginative." -Mr. Clair M. Poulson, author of Falling, Lucky Come Home, and many others.

"...a charming adventure story with a resourceful heroine." - Kirkus Reviews

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Loralee\Evans (October 24, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 183 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0692306919
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0692306918
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 7 - 10 years, from customers
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.46 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 156 ratings

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Some of Loralee Evans' earliest memories are of sitting with her mom or dad while they read her stories like The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter, or Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey. These memories, along with many great teachers who got her excited about reading, are what helped her develop a love of books, and of writing. She has lived in Missouri, Texas, and Utah, and even spent a year and a half in Japan.

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Customers find this children's book sweet and inspirational, with a well-developed story of perseverance and fast-paced narrative. The book is particularly suitable for middle and upper elementary readers, with one customer noting it's perfect for parents to read to children. Moreover, the writing is easy to read, and the illustrations are charming. Customers appreciate the character development, with one review highlighting the creative use of a bird as the main character, while another notes how the protagonist uses her intellect to solve riddles.

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37 customers mention "Story quality"37 positive0 negative

Customers find the story sweet and inspirational, with well-developed themes of perseverance, and one customer notes it's an imaginative tale suitable for readers 9 and up.

"...It's a good, low-level introduction to monomyth-type stories. You'll have your kid reading Tolkien in no time." Read more

"...It is a well-developed story of perseverance in the face of danger, filled with noble lessons for young readers to aspire to...." Read more

"...Of course, she carries out her quest with skill and aplomb, putting the evil hawk squarely in his place and becoming a friend of the faeries for..." Read more

"In this delightful woodland fantasy, the reader joins Felicity, a brave little sparrow, as she becomes involved in an adventure like the ones she..." Read more

21 customers mention "Reading age"21 positive0 negative

Customers find this book suitable for young readers, particularly middle and upper elementary students, and appreciate it as a perfect story to read to children.

"...I think it will resonate for a slightly older listener, 8 or 9, maybe older if they're reading it on their own...." Read more

"...engagement is essential in children's literature, as it keeps the adult reader interested and stimulates the child's critical thinking skills...." Read more

"...This is the kind of silly nonsense that children love!..." Read more

"In this delightful woodland fantasy, the reader joins Felicity, a brave little sparrow, as she becomes involved in an adventure like the ones she..." Read more

14 customers mention "Literacy"14 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's educational value, with its riddles and puzzles that stimulate critical thinking, and one customer notes how the character's combination of reluctance and determination makes her relatable.

"...That's the form most of the challenges take, problem solving and riddles, even the action scenes being informed by her ability to outthink and..." Read more

"...This combination of reluctance and determination makes Falicity relatable and especially engaging for young minds...." Read more

"...This story is perfect for elementary aged children who love adventure, riddles and a story that shows no matter how small you are, you CAN do great..." Read more

"...As she overcomes one obstacle after another and uses her wit to solve puzzles and ultimately succeed in her quest, she gains self-confidence and..." Read more

9 customers mention "Writing quality"9 positive0 negative

Customers find the book well written and easy to read, describing it as a sweet short story.

"...This aspect of the book is well written, not only played for comedy but integral to her problem solving...." Read more

"...This tale is an easy read and moves at a good pace. Accompanying Felicity as she faces the challenges and perils of her adventure is time well spent...." Read more

"...This delightful story is, for the most part, well written. The storyline grips the reader so that you are eager to read on to see what happens...." Read more

"...It is very well written and was easy for my 7 year old to understand but also written for an adult to enjoy as well...." Read more

7 customers mention "Bird sensibilities"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the bird sensibilities in the book, with one review highlighting the good-hearted sparrow with a special ability, while another notes how it follows a humble little sparrow named Felicity.

"...animals, Felicity retains more bird-ness with bird sensibilities and bird reactions...." Read more

"...this delightful woodland fantasy, the reader joins Felicity, a brave little sparrow, as she becomes involved in an adventure like the ones she had..." Read more

"...- A Sparrows Tale is such a sweet story that follows a humble little sparrow named Felicity on an adventure, like Bilbo Baggins, she never imagined..." Read more

"Felicity is a small, ordinary sparrow with one very unique talent—she can read! As a life-long bookworm myself, I liked her immediately...." Read more

6 customers mention "Character development"6 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one noting the creative use of a bird as the main character and another highlighting the female protagonist.

"...Elements I liked: I liked that the main character is a reader and thinker...." Read more

"...Her kindness, compassion, and bravery makes her a wonderful protagonist, someone to admire while at the same time, reminding you that a hero can be..." Read more

"...Felicity's character is endearing and the story is sweet and inspirational. I did find it a bit lengthy for the target audience...." Read more

"...I thought it was creative to use a bird as the main character and loved the fairies...." Read more

6 customers mention "Illustrations"6 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the charming illustrations in the book, with one customer noting their detailed imagery and another mentioning the whimsical elements.

"...The descriptions were well-written and vivd, presenting detailed imagery of the places Felicity visits...." Read more

"...story at all, which was truly superb, and the illustrations that were included were quite charming and added to the overall effect of the story...." Read more

"...I loved the cover art, and as a bird watcher I was delighted by the sparrow’s home full of books and little bird delicacies...." Read more

"...story of birds, fairies and other woodland creatures that includes illustrations and colorful characters--ideal for young readers...." Read more

6 customers mention "Pace"6 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the fast-paced narrative of the book.

"...This tale is an easy read and moves at a good pace. Accompanying Felicity as she faces the challenges and perils of her adventure is time well spent...." Read more

"...The storyline grips the reader so that you are eager to read on to see what happens...." Read more

"...It was a very fast paced narrative and a real page turner. Children, especially those in fourth and fifth grade should be thoroughly entertained." Read more

"...I also liked that the story started with something happening and kept going at good pace...." Read more

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  • Eric Gibson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hero's Journey for kids, cute but suspenseful.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2024
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    I like a hero with an education, and Felicity is chosen among a forest full of birds by the fairies specifically for her ability to read. Unlike many children's stories with anthropomorphized animals, Felicity retains more bird-ness with bird sensibilities and bird reactions. This aspect of the book is well written, not only played for comedy but integral to her problem solving. That's the form most of the challenges take, problem solving and riddles, even the action scenes being informed by her ability to outthink and outmaneuver. On-page violence is kept to a minimum, though the threat of gruesome death is ever present for a little sparrow straying from home.
    I was put in mind of the Beatrix Potter books, but less didactic, with a more modern fantasy narrative. I think it will resonate for a slightly older listener, 8 or 9, maybe older if they're reading it on their own. It's a good, low-level introduction to monomyth-type stories. You'll have your kid reading Tolkien in no time.
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  • Sleepless
    5.0 out of 5 stars Blend of "The Little Engine That Could" and "The Hobbit,"
    Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2024
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    "Falicity~ A Sparrow’s Tale" is a delightful blend of "The Little Engine That Could" and "The Hobbit," drawing clear influence from Tolkien's works. It is a well-developed story of perseverance in the face of danger, filled with noble lessons for young readers to aspire to.

    Falicity, the main character, is reluctant to leave her home and take on a dangerous quest. This makes her very much like Bilbo Baggins, embodying a hobbit-like hesitation. Yet, like the Little Engine, she pushes forth no matter the challenges. This combination of reluctance and determination makes Falicity relatable and especially engaging for young minds.

    One of the standout features of the book is its interactive elements. The inclusion of riddles within the narrative adds an engaging layer, encouraging readers to solve them as they go along. This makes it an excellent choice for an adult to read with a child, fostering a collaborative problem-solving experience. Such engagement is essential in children's literature, as it keeps the adult reader interested and stimulates the child's critical thinking skills.

    As part of a series, "Falicity~ A Sparrow’s Tale" works well as a standalone story. Based on my understanding, this particular tale does not directly continue into the other books in the series. However, since I have only read this one, I may be mistaken. It seems that each book follows the character's journey in a way that allows them to be read in any order.

    Overall, I have no hesitation in recommending "Falicity~ A Sparrow’s Tale" as a valuable addition to any child's library. Its engaging story and interactive elements make it a standout in children's literature.
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  • Thomas Burns
    4.0 out of 5 stars This quest tale is for the birds!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2024
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    Felicity, a Sparrow’s Tale is a quest story for children, featuring Felicity, the sparrow who can read. This is the kind of silly nonsense that children love! Felicity must save the queen of the faeries from the Dark Hawk Grak, and she must solve several riddles to accomplish this (hence the importance of her ability to read). Of course, she carries out her quest with skill and aplomb, putting the evil hawk squarely in his place and becoming a friend of the faeries for evermore. This is the kind of book, if read to child, will be remembered for life. Kudos to the author!
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  • AvidReader
    5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2021
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    In this delightful woodland fantasy, the reader joins Felicity, a brave little sparrow, as she becomes involved in an adventure like the ones she had only read about until then. It’s an entertaining tale, and well suited as an early reader chapter-book for a younger audience.

    Elements I liked:
    I liked that the main character is a reader and thinker. Felicity overcomes the challenges she faces in her adventure through careful thought to reach a solution. It’s nice to read an adventure story where the challenges are addressed with consideration rather than force. The descriptions were well-written and vivd, presenting detailed imagery of the places Felicity visits. And the story succeeded well at imagining what a sparrow’s view of the world might be. “Flutter-hopped” - what a great way to describe a sparrow’s motion! And I especially liked Felicity’s second encounter with the chain-link fence - I’ve actually seen sparrows do what she did there!

    Elements I struggled with:
    At one point, the term ‘bioluminescence’ is used. This term seemed too advanced for this book and did not fit the tone of the rest of the book at all, including how Felicity thought and spoke. It jolted me momentarily right out of the story. A little more of a direct explanation of the term would likely help younger readers, and perhaps make it fit into the story better, too.

    Overall:
    This tale is an easy read and moves at a good pace. Accompanying Felicity as she faces the challenges and perils of her adventure is time well spent. An enjoyable, entertaining and enchanting read.
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  • Pete Peru
    4.0 out of 5 stars Flight of imagination
    Reviewed in Spain on April 11, 2021
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    This story is one of a series about Felicity the sparrow and her adventures. It is a great example of a well-told story, ideal to pick up, delve into, relax and enjoy.
    Although not marketed as such, I could well imagine myself reading this at bedtime to any of my children when they were young - by which I mean, though they all had quite distinct tastes I'm certain they would all have enjoyed it. In fact, the more I think about it, the more I tend to the idea of this as an ideal story to be read out loud and shared - not necessarily to a child, but to anyone with a vivid enough imagination to capture the feel of this lovely little tale.
    As it is one of a series and the 1st one I've read there are references to other characters which are obviously not out of context but which left me with questions. For example, what happened to the Great Woodpecker?
    Recommended to all who are young at heart, whatever their age.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting Story for Young Readers
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 19, 2024
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    This enchanting story follows Felicity, a sparrow with the unique ability to read, on her daring quest to save the Fairy Queen from the evil hawk sorcerer, Grak.

    Felicity is a delightful character—brave, clever, and selfless. She faces her fears, solves riddles, and skilfully evades her pursuers, making her a truly inspiring heroine.

    The book's fast-paced action and suspense will captivate the target audience. It imparts valuable lessons about bravery, the immense advantage of literacy, and how even a tiny sparrow like Felicity can be a hero. My only criticism is that the illustrations could have been more vivid and engaging.

    Having read ‘Taige – A Flying Squirrel’s Adventure’ by the same author, I noticed some similarities in the story. However, each tale possesses enough uniqueness to entertain young readers.

    Overall, this is a great read that I recommend for young audiences.
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  • Mary E. Hughes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Felicity is a delight
    Reviewed in Canada on May 18, 2021
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    The delightfully named Felicity is a most unusual sparrow. She can read and is very fond of books, especially tales of high adventure. Evidently she doesn't have enough books, as she's reading a Peter Rabbit story for the 17th time. In fact, her life for has become a little routine.
    Then Colin shows up. He's the tiniest two-footed featherless she's ever met. Turns out Colin is a fairy from the Wildwood, a fairy with a problem.
    The Wildwood is a beautifully imagined fairy kingdom which is exactly as it should be, all glimmery and transparent and light. There Felicity learns that The Queen of the Fairies has been kidnapped, and only a creature who can read will be able to penetrate the bastion of the horrible Nighthawk Grak. A magical barrier prevents the fairies from approaching his mountain top stronghold.
    Felicity agrees to help despite her fears. She will face many obstacles, enchanted and otherwise which are meant to frighten her off. But Felicity is determined and brave. She is feisty, intensely loyal and committed to her mission. Loralee Evans builds page-turning tension with clever and unexpected twists in the plot. At one point, Felicity must hold one of Grak's feathers in her beak, despite the extremely yucky taste – a deft touch.
    I'd love to know why Loralee Evans chose the common sparrow to be her main character. They're ubiquitous, rather ordinary little birds. A family has settled in one of our nesting boxes this spring and Mum and Dad work hard all day bringing food to the family and scolding us when we venture near their tree. But when they retire to their nesting box, I don't think they're reading. This is the first of four Felicity adventures and it's a great introduction to her world, a first rate children's book, easy to read and suitable for kids age 8 and up.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars A delight.
    Reviewed in Australia on April 23, 2023
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    What a charming story! I loved Felicity, and feel sure young readers will too.
    Felicity is a courageous and very intelligent young bird. She has a passion for reading, an uncommon trait among birds. It qualifies her to be recruited by Colin the fairy and his dad the king in the quest to save the fairy queen from Grak, the evil nighthawk.
    I enjoyed the natural dialogue between characters and the inventive perils Felicity faces.
    There were very few detractions - but I did find some instances of repetition. Too much heaving of sighs and rainbow wings, for example. There were also some words little ones might struggle with. These are minor quibbles. A solid 4.5 from me.
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  • Neil M Campbell
    5.0 out of 5 stars Felicity took a determined hop . . .
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 18, 2024
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    Felicity Augustina Sparrow loves her books and cosy home in the corner of a hollow tree containing the old woodpecker’s nest that their neighbour Augustus, an ivory-billed woodpecker, had given to her parents and after whom she is named.
    By and large, she’s happy and content but can’t help wondering if life is a little dull compared to the thrilling escapades she reads about. Everything changes with the appearance of a featherless two foot who turns out to belong to the fairy folk of Wildwood.
    Colin has come in search of Augustus who, it is rumoured, possesses certain powers to tackle an evil hawk who is terrorising his family’s fairy kingdom and has abducted Colin’s mum! He is dejected to hear that Augustus is no longer at this address, but cheers up when he learns that the woodpecker has passed his talents on to Felicity. Colin begs for Felicity's help. With some trepidation, she agrees to accompany him back to Wildwood and do what she can; they set off on the dangerous mission together.
    We are drawn so immersively into this beautifully written story of courage and derring-do that we forget Felicity is a bird, only to be delightfully reminded from time to time with close, loving, observation of bird behaviour. Felicity’s mannerisms resonate beautifully in our souls:
    ‘She grew still, her eyes widened; Felicity drew in a breath, ruffled her wings, and continued in slow but steady hops toward the bend; Felicity’s beak drew up in a faint smile at this.’ Sweet!
    Grak’s true monstrous nature is exposed when we learn that, not only does he keep Colin’s captive mother in a cage, he clips her fairy wings so she cannot escape and forces her to clean out his cave! This depraved creature shimmers with horror, but ‘despite the dread that made her legs feel heavy and her stomach clench, she hopped out onto the floor of the cave.’ Brave Augustina!
    Five stars, of course.
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