Daring Quests of Mystics (Paperback)

by Shirley Cheng (Author)
Key Phrases: daring quests, Princess Sophia, Prince Veldolf, King Caisia (more...)

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Product Description
Thousands of people of all ranks and ages flood into King Fulacian's castle for charming Princess Sophia's seventeenth birthday. Dancing, music, and feasting of all varieties of dishes are the main menu of the day. At last, the highlight of the event is brought forth--a reading of fortune by Dawn, a special friend of the royal family. Turning to the princess, the oracle utters the startling omen: "Terror and adventure you shall face on your wedding day." Dawn then bestows two magical gifts upon Princess Sophia: a white dove and a multicolored ring of rhinestones. How can a dove and a ring possibly help her? Little does she know that these presents will be of so much help as daring quests are conquered, and the importance of life is taught and cherished more so in each tale.

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This is the newest edition of this title, which was first published in 2003.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Lulu.com (December 6, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1411656644
• ISBN-13: 978-1411656642
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,691,181 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Daring Quests of Mystics is a fantastic fantasy!, December 16, 2004

By	Cheryl Tardif "bestselling suspense author" (Edmonton, Canada) - See all my reviews

"Daring Quests of Mystics is a charming collection of short stories that is filled with quaint, old-world imagery and poetic visualization. Author Shirley Cheng has captured the hearts of youngsters who still beg for the fairytale filled with Princesses, Kings and imminent danger.

Follow Princess Sophia as she foils evil plots with the help of the magical gifts given to her by Dawn, a soothsayer and wise woman. Learn the lessons of betrayal and forgiveness, deception and honesty, loss and love. Daring Quests of Mystics may remind the reader of Aesop's fables-short tales that touch upon the importance of morals.

Shirley Cheng, an American author who has overcome great physical disabilities herself, is a `princess' at heart, and one can only imagine some of the pain she has endured. However, with this wonderful collection of stories, she shares her inner world and exudes a radiant light that speaks volumes. Here is a young author who inspires. Hats off to Shirley Cheng for giving us Princess Sophia and the engaging world of Noxellia! Daring Quests of Mystics is a fantastic fantasy for the young...or the young-at-heart!"

~ Cheryl Kaye Tardif
Author of Divine Intervention

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun fiction that teaches as it entertains., October 18, 2005

By	Michelle Dunn "Columnist, author, credit expe... (NH) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Daring Quests of Mystics (Paperback)

Daring Quest of Mystics by Shirley cheng is a fun adventurous read for all ages. This is a facsinating book of short stories, each with a moral. I would recommend this book for all ages, I have passed it on to my teenage son to read, because the fun, magical story is also teaching while entertaining. Something that is hard to find. I look forward to the next book by this author.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Entertaining, May 15, 2006

A Kid's Review

Daring Quests of Mystics by Shirley Cheng is an enchanting story that will be loved by anyone who reads it. On a scale of a one to five stars, this book receives a ten! Most would say a sixth grader knows nothing about books but, believe me, I've read a lot and this is one of the best I've ever read. From the beginning to the end, this book keeps you on the edge.

This book is highly entertaining and I recommend it to everyone. From the strange beginning to the tearful end, this book is an excellent book for all ages (especially girls). I loved it very much. Many times when I read a book and recommend it to others, they aren't interested or say that I read too much. I think that most of those people would love this book and will read it once they start. Daring Quests of Mystics is very entertaining.

This exciting book has many interesting twists and many morals to share. In this book you will find romance, enchantment, and mystery at every turn. From Princess Sophia's kidnapping to Lord Veldolf's love for Princess Sophia, you can see that this book is unpredictable. Of the many messages in this story, the one that stands out to me is that good always conquers evil. I love this book very much and I hope whoever else reads this agrees.

--Sophia, Age 12