The Mystic Princesses and the Whirlpool, 2nd Edition
Written by P.J. La Rue
Illustrated by Aristides Rodriguez
Harmonie and Eros are teenage sister and brother living in New York City. One day a group of teenagers on a subway platform attempt to kidnap Harmonie. Mysteriously, they bear the same tattoo as her brother on their arm. Eros reveals a family secret. They are children of Ares, the god of war, whose children are tattooed at one year old. Most of the children of Ares strive to make life difficult for others, but he is the god of love and Harmonie is the goddess of peace. Their mother, the goddess Aphrodite, whisked Harmonie away before the age of one and gave her to Eros for protection. Eros is determined to safeguard her and tells her they must now live apart to avoid detection.
Eros has arranged for his sister to live in Hawaii. She will live and go to school with four princesses. Each have special powers derived from one of the four elements, earth, air, water and fire. This new group of five decide to call themselves the Mystic Princesses. Alongside the traditional school subjects, they are taught self-defense by Sandi Swordfish. In the afternoon the girls practice their individual powers, always on the watch for their enemies, children of Ares.
Sure enough, Ares was getting impatient; his children find their way to Hawaii. They cause much damage around Coral’s reef castle. Her parents King Neptune and Queen Pearl decide that all the princesses must move for their own safety. Their next adventure will take them to New Orleans where they will live with Princess Catie and her parents. What new adventures await them?
This early chapter book is perfect for children ages six through ten. It does not portray wimpy princesses, but strong, respectful and independent female role models involved in many adventures in which they learn to overcome their weaknesses, act against bullying, and cooperate with friends and family to promote human welfare and peace. Short chapters interspersed with illustrations will maintain interest if the book is read aloud for younger children. Introduce your little princess to this one.
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4 responses to “PRINCESS POWER”
Mariam aka Mimi
October 9th, 2014 at 18:05
Hi Barbara! I like the illustations on your science books = ) So I’m writing because I am running the Book Blog awards this year and wanted to let you know nominations have been extended and are now open until october 12th. There are 13 awards up for grabs. You may nominate your own blog or ask your readers to nominate you. Readers vote on November 15th.
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bamauthor
October 9th, 2014 at 19:48
Thanks Mimi, Glad that you enjoy the illustrations. I am interested and tweeted you for the information!
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mommynificent
October 16th, 2014 at 11:04
This looks like an interesting premise for a book. Thanks for sharing this at Mommynificent.com’s Booknificent Thursday! Always enjoy your contributions!
Tina
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bamauthor
October 16th, 2014 at 17:00
Thanks Tina!
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