A middle grade fantasy read heavily influenced by the Harry Potter series. In fact, this will read as female led Harry Potter fan fiction for some readers. The plot is fun and fast moving, but things aren't as well-developed as I would have liked. There is a lot left unexplained and quite a bit of "coincidence" happenings in the plot. The basis for the novel is interesting and it will likely be a good read for the younger middle grade set if they have not prior been introduced to the Harry Potter world, but adult readers will likely find it lacking. Not a bad read by any means, just not enough creative exploration and thoroughness for me to be hooked.