Auralia’s Colors.

Overstreet, Jeffrey. Auralia’s Colors.
Waterbrook, 2007. $13.99 333p 978-1-4000-7252-1

A child named Auralia is found abandoned in a monster’s footprint by some thieves who live in the realm of Abascar.
Auralia survived her brush with death thanks to some thieves venturing into the wilderness. The caring thieves took good care of her, and she grew up outside the walls of the House of Abascar. Because of her many hours by herself in the wilderness, she developed a special craft for weaving colors into items that enchant the viewers. This skill endeared her to the thieves and it also opened the door for her to the House of Abascar.

It is a story filled with fairy tale castles and mysterious spells. The description of the castle and its underground maze is delightful to the readers who have imagination. The story itself is fast paced. The plot is intriguing as it keeps the reader constantly on edge for the next twist and turn of the story line.
This story exemplifies that even the most insignificant event can change a kingdom.
This is a well-written book that will appeal to upper elementary and middle school children. It would make a good addition to an already-established library. LM