Highly engaging, magical, inspirational. Quintessence feels "true" or "real" in the way only really great middle grade novels can. Themes covered involve being true to yourself, change, friendship, and acceptance all wrapped up in a mystery with fantasy elements that are sure to have readers debating which element they represent.

Thank you to NetGalley and MacMillan for the opportunity to read and review Quintessence by Jess Redman.
Quintessence is one of those books that looks good and you take it home set it in a pile to read later. You go back pick it up and next thing you know you've read the entire book in one sitting. It is a blend of friendship, finding your true self, and a little bit a magical essence tossed in. I cannot tell you in actual words how this book made me feel. I felt like a kids again reading it. The emotion and understanding that you feel for Alma are real. The panic attacks and how the build up for her feels real. I am sharing this with my son who has them. It is a wonderful read for all ages.
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