4.5 stars. This is a cute middle grade with magical elements and an admittedly similar take to things as Harry Potter. Some readers may find this a turn off, but for me it was still a good time and a fun read. Who would've known that I'd enjoy an elvish novel so much? I never would have guessed. This is why I have so much fun when I've totally forgotten the premise of a book by the time I pick it up off my TBR shelf. Being absent-minded has its plusses. It's in lower age range of middle grade reads, so the sophistication of the writing is a bit low, but that made for a quick and light read that hit the spot. It's not a book to take overly seriously and that gave me all the whimsical feels. Will I be continuing this series? You betcha! Will I be recommending it for middle grade readers? Absofreakinglutely. Good times, people. Good times.