The Enchantress Returns (The Land of Stories)

If you like magic, fun, and excitement that is written well and is clean reading you will ejoy this book and the one before it. The young writer, he's only around 19 is very talented and I expect to see more from him. This is a good vs evil type book for younger readers ages 10 to 16 and yes as a 'Mature' adult I enjoyed it as well. Two children getting into fairtale land, meeting the characters they've only read about, solving the problem(s) that exists within the land when the kings and queens can't is a good story. You'll meet most of your favorite characters from your fairytales, grown up now and leading interesting lives. I especially like the character of Queen Red Riding Hood, she is a real laugh a minute. Goldielocks was my next favorite with her sword play and protection of the children. I'd say every young reader would enjoy this book as well as it's prequel "The Land of Stories, the Wishing Spell" which should be read first to set the stage.

I loved this book because it blended all the fairy tales we grew up with and turned them into something inspiring. I will always remember this fascinating tale. I recommend this book to creative young adults who still have a childlike spirit inside them. The life after the happily ever after is so intriguing and I hope it touches you as much as it did me.

‘The Land of Stories: The Enchantress Returns’ by Chris Colfer

“As long as someone remains standing with a noble heart there will always be a way for good to triumph over evil.”

Upon finishing this book, one simple fact dawned upon me: Chris Colfer, much like his main character Conner, was born to write. He is a gifted story-teller, and a respectable writer. More often than not, it seems that celebrities who establish themselves by a means other than writing and then attempt to write fail miserably at it. But Chris Colfer is a definite exception to this rule. We know he can act. We know he can sing. We know he is brilliant. We know he inspires people. And now we know he can write. Is there anything this guy cannot do?

These books represent a fresh approach on some of our old, favorite stories. When reading ‘The Land of Stories: The Enchantress Returns,’ I am instantly welcomed by characters that I know – characters I grew up loving: sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood to name just a sampling. I instantly feel at home. But then I am introduced to Conner and Alex, two characters I have only recently just met, and I somehow feel as if I’ve known them forever. The fact that I can feel so at home in a world that is always changing is nothing short of magic itself.

I love that this story enabled me to get reacquainted with my old fairytale friends. But I learn that there is much more to their stories. Chris Colfer reignites my love of these stories as he forces me to use my imagination and see things I never before had seen. His take on the stories we all grew up with is so enlightening; and his ability to creatively master the interconnectivity of each story is remarkable. Magical. Sure, every child always imagined there was more to these stories, these characters, and that the worlds must all somehow be connected; but, taking this adventure with Conner and Alex was just as thrilling for an adult. It brought me back to a time when I believed anything was possible. And the story made me realize this is a feeling I need to hold on to – a feeling I will cherish.

This book has aspects inspired by all of our favorite stories – even ‘Harry Potter.’ And just like with J.K. Rowling, Chris Colfer has a true knack for story-telling. But it is more than that. He does something no other author has done so well: he manages to – successfully – combine all of the greatest fairytales into one universal, magical world. I can understand why main characters Alex and Conner were so fascinated by The Land of Stories. Even the darkest times would feel somehow more hopeful – more alive – with the knowledge that magic exists. In fact, the energy I felt when reading this book – the true entertainment and happiness – could be called an act of magic. Or maybe it was just impeccable story-telling. : )

Either way, the only thing I regretted about this book was that it eventually ended. I can’t wait for the next story. Thank you, Chris Colfer, for helping me believe in magic all over again.

Amazing book, loved it but I was kinda shocked by the ending I wasn't really expecting what was at the end but overall this book is AWESOME!!!! I read the Wishing Spell also and these both are SUPER AWESOME!!! I really hope that Chris Colfer makes another book in this beginning-to-be-series, but I really recommend this to everybody! I'm not a big fan of fantasy (still am a fan, though) but anybody can absolutely love these books.
This is written by a 10 year old so things in opinions may differ

Amazing book, loved it but I was kinda shocked by the ending I wasn't really expecting what was at the end but overall this book is AWESOME!!!! I read the Wishing Spell also and these both are SUPER AWESOME!!! I really hope that Chris Colfer makes another book in this beginning-to-be-series, but I really recommend this to everybody! I'm not a big fan of fantasy (still am a fan, though) but anybody can absolutely love these books.
This is written by a 10 year old so things in opinions may differ

To me the book is very touching and adventurous. There are a lot of reasons to get this book like.......1
There are a lot of times that Red makes you laugh.2 A lot of villains from your childhood that no one really
talks about. 3 The thought of Goldielocks and Red are always fighting is the best part of all. So if your thinking of buying this book and looking if you should or not you should. If you read the first book then you won't have a problem deciding!