Review of Agatha the Beloved Queen

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Even when we receive the exact blessings we ask for, nature has its way and bot everything goes as planned. Queen Julia’s expectations for her perfect daughter Agatha shows this . The goodness in a person cannot be hidden or put away when other qualities also empower them.
I enjoyed this insightful review and will be reading this book soon.
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Agatha is indeed an admirable character, fighting against injustice and showing compassion for everyone. The aristocrats react like many privileged people do even today. They feel they are better than others and entitled to their privileged life. Thank you for your informative review.
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This sounds like a fun fantasy/romance novel with a powerhouse of female leads. I do love strong feminine characters. Romance isn't really what I personally gravitate towards, but it sounds like a great option for those who do enjoy romance. Great review!
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“Agatha the Beloved Queen” by Fred Pilcher follows Princess Agatha of Xana, blessed by a fairy godmother with wisdom, compassion, and perception. As queen, she champions justice for her people despite opposition from aristocrats and battles the dark sorcerer Magi. This historical fantasy celebrates Agatha’s resilience and powerful female leadership. Thank you for an amazing review!
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I love the plot of this story, Princess Agatha seems like a lovely character that’s been blessed with great virtues. Congrats on being the BOTD!
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I have contradicting feelings about this book. On the one hand, it is totally my favorite genre and, in description, the storyline sounds quite appealing. But on the other hand, the average reviewer rating is low, also the cover is made with such low quality that I can't find myself to believe that the content is indeed very well written. Undecided, so I will put it on the shelf for some further reference.
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Thank you for your informational review. I'm glad you liked the book and it was edited so well. It sounds like Agatha has many wonderful qualities. But I'd prefer my fairy tales to not be mainly for adults, but very childlike. Just my opinion. I hope many others enjoy this book, but I am going to pass on it.
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What I liked most about Agatha the Beloved Queen was the depth of Agatha’s character. Her wisdom, compassion, and unwavering sense of justice made her an inspiring protagonist. Her dedication to her people, despite the challenges she faced, was truly admirable, especially when contrasted with the resistance from the aristocracy and the dark times brought by the evil wizard Magi. Additionally, the historical and mystical ambiance created through the narrative style added a unique charm, making the story feel like a cherished old legend.
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I love how Agatha’s journey begins with her fairy godmother’s blessing. The promise of wisdom, compassion, and strong character sets up an inspiring path for Agatha and hints at the challenges she’ll face as a leader who truly cares about her people.
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This review makes Agatha sound like an inspiring character I’m intrigued by her journey and the historical, mystical storytelling approach! Definitely adding this to my TBR.
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Thank you for your review. I read the sample and read about Agatha's childhood and her mother, the Queen. Agatha, as 12 or so, sounds like a smart young lady, kind and a bit cunning already.
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Congrats on BOTD!
It highlights Agatha's inspiring character traits, her resolve against injustice, and her relatable struggle for equality. The reviewer appreciates the detailed historical world-building and influential female characters, adding depth to the plot. Overall, the review reflects a well-rounded, engaging novel worthy of five stars.
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Thank you for sharing this insightful review! I’m thrilled by how vividly you've described Agatha the Beloved Queen. The elements of wisdom, compassion, and a just heart given to Agatha by her fairy godmother truly seem to set her up as a remarkable and admirable protagonist, which feels refreshing in a fantasy setting.
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The review provided valuable insights. The plot sounds captivating, with Agatha facing off against the sinister wizard Magi. I'm eager to dive into the book to discover the kingdom's fate.
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Agatha the Beloved Queen is a fantasy novel about a wise and compassionate princess named Agatha, who is destined to become a fair and just queen. She faces challenges from a dark sorcerer and the struggles between the common people and the aristocrats, while learning important lessons about leadership, friendship, and sacrifice.

This review is well written capturing the core essence of the plot, basically the desire of Agatha to give the people a better life first against the nature of her mother's reign and now against the force of the evil wizard, Magi. The reviewer also answers the question of the meaning of the title of the book, which is basically what anyone first desires to understand from a review. I like the character of Agatha as she doesn't waver despite the daring obstacles. The reviewer also vividly lists her qualities. This novel also applies a touch of romance to the fantasy alleviating it of boredom of conventional lengends. The reviewer also mentioned that the book features vivid descriptions of places and events, which is very nice of a written legend. From my knowledge of the narrative, I recommend the book.
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