The Forgotten Sisters (2015) by Shannon Hale
(third book in the series)
I’m usually a bit wary of sequels, but I couldn’t help my surprise and enthusiasm when I saw there was a 3rd book in the Princess Academy story. You know those books that suck you in from the very beginning? The ones you stay up too late reading, skipping over words (even though each word is so well-thought out) so you can see what happens next? Books you want to rush to the ending, but at the same time mourn the turning pages that are gone? Yup, that’s this one. Adventures, emotion, humor, suspense, surprises, and lots of girl power. A wonderful book to conclude the series. (Ms. Hale says it’s done, but does it have to be?) This one’s a definite re-read and a definite keeper.
Book quotes:
“Courage is not fearlessness. Courage is feeling justly afraid and yet still doing what is right.” ~remembered words of Master Filippus, Ch. 2
“Reading a book is like going on a great journey. You don’t know what’ll happen, but something is bound to change. And for me, that change has always been good.” ~Miri, ch.9
“The point of education is to learn other ways too. Don’t just assume that all you know is right. Learn more and then choose.” ~Miri, ch. 11
“All progress begins with education, and whenever war begins, education ceases.” Master Trundell’s theory, ch 24