The Wishing Ring by Shellie Neumier

Review by Jill Williamson

Princess Ali has a nose like a carrot! It’s the most unfortunate situation for a princess, who is supposed to learn to speak to her subjects on a regular basis. But how can she speak in front of a crowd when people always point and laugh?

When the princess meets a boy named Cory and learns of his search for the Wishing Ring, she knows she has found the answer. If she can help Cory find the Ring, she can wish for a regular-sized nose, and all of her worries will end. But many things stand in their way, including an ogre, who guards the ring.

What a cute story! I read it in one sitting. This is a middle grade fantasy story that reads like an old fairy tale with adventure, friendship, a quest, and a happily-ever-after. Though the ending may surprise some young readers, it’s well worth it. The only thing I couldn’t quite picture was how eagles’ wings would lift the body of a polar bear carrying two riders! But that’s part of the charm of this story. It makes you smile. Recommended for readers eight and up.

AgeRange: 8-12
Genre: middle grade fantasy
Part of a Series: No
Pages: 79
Publisher: MuseItUp Publishing 2012
Released: 2011

One Response to “The Wishing Ring by Shellie Neumier”

1. Lisa says:

   May 3, 2012 at 3:07 pm

   I love Shellie’s freedom of expression, but more than anything, this was a family project that only the fabulous Neumeiers could have imagined. Keep writing! I’m waiting for the sequel in December.

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