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Aladdin: Far From Agrabah

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An exciting tale of the adventure Prince Ali and Princess Jasmine had on their magic carpet ride. "A whole new world" is given new meaning when they visit Ali's fictitious kingdom Ababwa, a fantastical place created by Genie. Lovers of Aladdin will enjoy this new twist on the old tale.

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This book started out as a somewhat familiar retelling of Aladdin, but the gracefully detoured into a wonderfully imagined alternate adventure. This tale is by far my favorite twist on the original. The characters are vibrant and well-drawn, the settings richly detailed, and the inclusion of stories within the story was enchanting. The ending happily left room for more. So impressed. Great addition to middle grade and middle school collections.

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Loved the new take on such an amazing fairytale! I was a little confused and worried at how it would all tie together but it was awesome! So creative and entertaining and I enjoyed every bit! I love how it intertwines some important issues that go on in our world and shows it in more a way that kids can understand.
Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for allowing me to read this in exchange for an honest review.

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I appreciate the opportunity from NetGalley and the publisher to read an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

I enjoy retellings of familiar stories, so I was thrilled to find Aladdin:Far from Agrabah on NetGalley, as I hadn't read an Aladdin retelling previously. This book did a perfect job of blending the familiar with the new, original story parts. Readers get to know Aladdin and Jasmine more closely, which is something I look for in retellings. Definitely recommend this book for middle grades or adults who enjoy retellings.

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I cannot thank Netgalley enough for an advance copy of this book. Before I get started with my review I think that Disney selecting New York Times Bestselling Author Aisha Saeed to pen this novel was a phenomenal choice. She captured the heart and soul of the environment and blew this novel out of the water. I know this novel was meant more for the middle grade to YA set but as an adult who grew up with Aladdin I felt fulfilled and giddy when I was inside this book. In Far From Agrabah we join Aladdin and Jasmine on a magic carpet ride through Agrabah and just as the title suggests far from home.

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I really enjoyed reading this novel and having it provide some more information on Jasmine that was slightly different from the movie. The detour into Abwaba was a nice addition that allowed the reader to see more on how Aladdin and Jasmine would have connected rather than simply going on a magical carpet ride like they do in the movie.

I would be interested in reading a sequel to this book to find out more about what happens to Abbas and the sultan!

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I received an electronic ARC from Disney Book Group through NetGalley.
Saeed takes the reader through what happens on the night Prince Ali and Jasmine meet and then Aladdin and Jasmine fly around the world on Magic Carpet. They see the sights and then land in Prince Ali's kingdom of Ababwa. Genie outdid himself creating an entire kingdom based on Aladdin's life and wants. The two have incredible adventures in the palace and in the kingdom.
Both Aladdin and Jasmine learn more about themselves and what kind of rulers/humans they want to be.
The author captures the mood and vividly describes the scenes so readers can picture the setting and still have room to add their imagination to the mix.
Throughout the book, Saeed weaves legends that allow readers to make connections to what is happening in the story.
Fun read for those who like to explore beyond the basic story of Aladdin.

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I enjoyed this book and can see it encouraging students who loved the movie to read. Great read aloud for upper elementary.

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I didn't think I would enjoy this book because it is not something I would choose to read, but I try to find a wide range of books that more students will enjoy. At first, I was skeptical because the story of Aladdin is so well known, and I wasn't sure how this story would pair with the original and the upcoming movie, but I was surprised. I enjoyed Aisha Saeed's take on the budding relationship of Jasmine and Aladdin. I also enjoyed the elimination of the cultural insensitivity of the original Disney movie. This book will fit nicely within the story of Aladdin and will entertain late elementary school to early middle school students.

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Thank you net galley for the advance reader copy of this novel.

I enjoyed the movie Aladdin as a kid and this novel was a wonderful reminder of all the best things of that storyline!

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A fresh take on Disney’s Aladdin tale where Aladdin, as Prince Ali, and Jasmine have a day-long adventure in Ababwa. Will be fun for young adults or middle grade readers.

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I received this book as an ARC from Disney Book Group in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.

This is by far one of my favorite Disney tales of all time. I am a huge fan of Aladdin and the characters so when I heard that there was a modern rendition of this classic tale, I immediately had to jump at the chance and read it. I was NOT disappointed at all. Reading this book brought Joy to my day and a smile to my face reading all about my favorite characters and having flashbacks of some wonderful childhood memories. From beginning to end it just got better and better. Such a treat to read and I can't wait for the response and circulation this book will have for our young readers.

We will consider adding this title to our JFiction section at our library. That is why we give this book 5 stars.

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