Official Review: Art Fairy by Floras Athena

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Re: Official Review: Art Fairy by Floras Athena

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Thank you for your review! This sounds like a very explicit book about the hardships that some children endure and a warning not to push young children so hard as they find their way. Interesting way to present the content.
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I love the fact that the writer aligns with finding ways to cultivate talents rather than dampening the spirits of young talents through overwhelming criticisms. Great review!
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I understand where the author is coming from about education. Many times we push our kids too quickly. This sounds like a fabulously developed story. Thanks for the introduction.
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Seems like an interesting read. You mention that this book is a mix of fantasy and reality. Also, there is a 'fairy' associated with the story. "Art Fairy" seems to have a similar concept of the show, "Fairly Odd Parents". I might give it a try since it seems like it is meant for adults.
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It's a diploma that often plagues child talents. They need to devote a lot of time into practice, so it can get to the point where they have to chose between school and music. Adding the fantasy element to such story is an interesting idea, but it's a pity about the errors.
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I love the right attitude of the author not to only criticize but suggest ways by which talents can be cultivated. Nice review
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I appreciate how the book brings awareness to areas where the education system is failing kids and also provides ways to rectify the issue.Great review.
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The story of a primary school boy, who aspires to create happiness for the world by becoming a great musician. He has great potential, but his art is hampered by a lot of misery both at home and at school until he meets Art Fairy. This fantasy and reality story looks interesting.
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This book sounds like it will be perfect for parents, guardians, and teachers to give them a different perspective on how to cultivate talent in children. I love how it takes a magical realism approach. Congrats on the book of the day. Great review.
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This sounds like a good read, but I would pass due to the excessive use of metaphor and smilies. thanks for the review.
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Post by Nizar Ali Shah »

A Fairy by Floras, Athena is a beautiful combination of fantasy and reality.The author has created two parallel worlds in the book.one is real world where dreams are shattered by the miseries of life and the other world is the happy and peaceful world.Athena condemns the education system because it is the major obstacle in the way of developing talents.
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This is quite a timely book. It is sad that talent and more so artistic talent does not get nurtured early in life. I'm glad the author wrote this book, not to criticise but to suggest a way to cultivate talents. The premise is intriguing and Oris as a character is relatable. Thank you for a review that brought clarity to the book.
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Congratulations on BOTD. Art Fairy by Floras Athena looks like a great read. Fantasy books are always enthralling. Interesting to know what Oris had to give up in exchange for his happiness in the real world. I thought the use of metaphors and similes is what makes a book riveting.
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I wasn't expecting a book with a child protagonist to have violence in it, nevertheless, it seems captivating.
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This sounds very thought provoking and enlightening. I remember as a child I was also so focused on getting good grades and studying for exams that things like artistry and creativity was something I felt I didn't have time for or pay attention to and now that I look back, it is a real shame. I definitely think there should be some room in the education system to allow for art and creativity. I also agree that too many metaphors and similes can be overwhelming and detract from a writing piece. Great review!
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