A charming short story involving a fairy, a family and a hole in the wall (sort of) to fairy land. Very nicely written. Makes me wish for a novel length story revolving around the same characters. ( )

Away With the Fairies by Jenny Twist

Lucy loves to stare at walls, her Mother says it is petit mals. Lucy talks about Fairies. No one takes her seriously until she disappears. Her sister claims to know where Lucy is, but doesn't think anyone will believe her. Do Fairies really exist and could Lucy really be with them?

A fast paced exciting short story. I loved the originality, Lucy is very lovable. The writing is well done, I felt as if I were living in Lucy's world. And honestly who doesn't love a story about fairies? I feel young/adult as well as adults (young at heart) will greatly enjoy Away With the Fairies. ( )

While stepping into this fairy world I was reminded of stepping into Narnia from the wardrobe and seeing it through the eyes of a child. A magical and enchanting short story. ( )

5.0 out of 5 stars Delightfully warm-hearted little story, 1 Dec 2012
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Away with the fairies is a short tale about the daughter in a family disappears into "fairyland" one day and the rest of the family have to search for her. It is a wonderfully warm-hearted story with lots of nostalgic nods towards childhood (fish fingers, those 3D puzzles that you have to squint to see) and although it was over too soon it left me with a smile on my face. Impressive.

5.0 out of 5 stars A sweet and captivating story, November 24, 2012
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Jenny Twist has done it again, what a charming little novelette. Imagination, loveable characters, and great scene crafting makes Away With the Fairies a sweet and captivating story you don't want to miss.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fairyland, October 22, 2012
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I thought that this story was very entertaining and I had to keep reading to see what was going to happen. However, I thought it needed to be longer .I would have liked a longer glimpse into the land of Fairies. I wanted to know why some people were able to get in to it, what kind of place was it, and what happened to the Fairy that Granny had in her hand . Granny didn't seem surprised to see the Fairy, had she seen one before? This is a story about a girl who stares at a wall until an opening appears . When she steps through the wall and vanishes,( as told to us by her sister who watches it all happen) we have an enchanting mystery .Another great story by Jenny Twist. Tell us more.

Typical Jenny Twist Magic!, October 6, 2012
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Joanna Foreman, author of "Ghostly Haunt... - See all my reviews
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I knew going in that I would love this story, as Ms. Twist has such a superb way with storytelling. Her characters were well described and likeable, and as they were drawn into Fairyland, I was drawn in with them. This is a very sweet story with a perfect ending. I try to read everything this author writes. She never disappoints. Never!

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Oct 07, 12



Awesome story! Really enjoyed it!

Awesome read, 4 Oct 2012
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As always Mrs Twist has managed to produce an outstanding, awesome piece of work, of course, I am a tad biased as she is my mother. But that said, I still firmly recommend reading this. However, I still think she will struggle to write anything better than Domingo's Angel, which to my mind is one of the most beautiful things I have ever read.

An enchanting short story not to be missed!, September 29, 2012
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Tara Fox Hall (New York, USA) - See all my reviews
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This tale sucked me right in, much as the way the protagonist, Lucy, is sucked into Fairyland one day through her bedroom wall. I meant to read just a bit, and couldn't pull myself away until the story was done. Though the name Lucy brought to mind Narnia's character of the same name, this story is less about her, and more about the frantic search for her, and the thoughts and emotions of her sister, father and mother. The dialogue was exceptional, and I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen next. My only grievance is that I wanted the tale to go on longer! I am always transported by Mrs. Twist's stories, and Away With the Fairies is no exception. A lighthearted, enjoyable tale well worth the low price!

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Sep 27, 12


Read from September 24 to 27, 2012

I enjoyed this imaginative, magical story and believe it would make wonderful story to read to children. :)

Fun for any reader, September 23, 2012
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What a fun read. I laughed out loud when I was done. It your day has been less than wonderful, you but just need to read this short tale to make it better. I shall keep it handy for those unruly days.
Ms. Twist writes very well. I've read a long story and it was as well written as this bit of amusement. Read it to your children, read it to yourself. You won't regret it.

Eerie and intriguing story, 21 Sep 2012
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Jenny Twist has written a clever and unusual short story. I didn't expect a fairy story to have such appeal for adults. I was hooked from the start. It kept me guessing all the way to the satisfying finish. It's good to find a short story with a completely unexpected twist. I enjoyed it immensely and recommend it as a wonderful spooky read.

Captivated..., September 21, 2012
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Away With the Fairies has it all, intrigue; magic, and smooth story-telling.
A treat that shouldn't be missed, especially at this affordable price. I'm reading it again tonight, this time to my son. Yes, adults and children can enjoy this gem.
This book absolutely captivated me.

Powerful short story, 21 Sep 2012
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Lindsay Townsend (Yorkshire, UK) - See all my reviews
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Tapping into many of our deepest fears and told wonderfully from the point of view of a child, this is a powerful short story. Jenny Twist has the gift of making the everyday spooky.

Jenny pulls me in once again...and I don't want to leave! September 20, 2012
By Tori L. Ridgewood
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Delightful! What a wonderful adventure, lyrical and dangerous all at once... Loved every word!

Jenny has a distinctive gift for considering the "what-if" in every day situations. When I was a child, I would have surely loved to have found an entrance to the fairy realm, but if I did, what might have happened?

I loved this story so much, I had to read it twice in a row. It's exactly what a fairy story should be: mystery, adventure, loss, hope, and magic.

Away With the Fairies! September 20, 2012
By Penny Lover
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A very enjoyable read. Well-written, .... it was like a little mini vacation for my long day! Kudo's to the author.

Delightful, 20 Sep 2012
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A very short, delightful fairy story. I read it with a happy smile on my face! Just the thing to read before going to bed.

Enchanting, 20 Sep 2012
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This short story really appealed to me, not least because as a small child I liked to imagine the big mirror on the wall was really a portal to another world - if only I could find my way in!

It's a delightful story about a child who does exactly that, much to the concern of her sister and agonised parents. An enchanting and also strangely thought-provoking story from a truly talented story-weaver. More, please!

Recommended for a quick and thoroughly engrossing read.

Fantastic Short Story!, 20 Sep 2012
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Away With the Fairies is Jenny's first self-published work and is a wonderful example of her talent. This short story gives a little glimpse into another realm, Fairyland, which might not be quite what you'd expect.

You read of June's struggle with herself over whether or not to tell the truth and what consequences it might bring either way. As it continues you see just how quickly someone's beliefs can be turned around when they are confronted with undeniable evidence right before their eyes. How quickly they accept this truth despite their fears.

It is a touching story and at 77p it's not to be sniffed at! ( )