Marina and the Kraken by Lauren Magaziner, Mirelle Ortega
Series: The Mythics, #1, #1
Published by Katherine Tegen Books on September 6, 2022
ISBN: 006305888X
Pages: 144
Genres: Fantasy
Format: Chapter Book Fiction
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This highly-illustrated fantasy book follows the story of Marina, a ten-year-old girl who is about to be united with an animal familiar who will be her lifelong companion. At the age of 10, every child in the land of Terrafamiliar is chosen by an animal. Sadly, after the ceremony, no animal has chosen Marina and there are four other girls in the surrounding towns who were not chosen. These five girls become the Mythics and must go on a dangerous quest to earn their Mythies, or mythical beasts. The group set out on an adventure where they will problem solve, work together, and communicate to reach their goals. The black and white illustrations help immerse the reader in the world of Terrafamiliar. This is a light chapter book that will have the reader looking forward to the rest of the series. Recommended for ages 7-11.

Reviewed by Erin Scott, MSAD 75, Woodside