For me, having only read Willa the Wisp, I found this book picks up where The Fabled Stables: Willa the Wisp left us. This book was fantastic! I thought Elizabeth and Veena were great additions. I loved that Fen and Auggie came to an understanding, that was a sweet moment.

Can't wait to read the next Fabled Stables story!

ARC Copy...I am surprised and happy I get to review this. Lavish and beautiful illustrations as always and some of the most creative creature designs. Plus the lesson...always remember a creature's name!

Belly of the Beast is book #3 in The Fabled Stables Book Series; a series which "explores the real magic behind simple acts of kindness." The series is written at a reading level of Grades 1-4 (ages 6-9 years old).

As a mother of young children, I like the premise of the series: teaching children kindness. Reading a book that has a strong moral is a great way to open the door to exploratory conversations with your children.

Children will love the fun illustrations and the growing collection of one-of-a-kind creatures at the Stables.

Throughout the book, the main character (a young boy named Auggie) works through a few of his insecurities: Do I belong? Will I be rejected? Am I working hard enough? Am I doing a good job? I think many children will find Auggie and his struggles very relatable.

"Belly of the Beast" introduces a new character and ends with the start of a new journey. There is more to come of this fantastical adventure!

Thank you to Penguin Random House Canada, author Jonathan Auxier and Netgalley for the digital advanced reader copy of the book. The opinions are my own and have not been sponsored or swayed in any way.