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The Potion Diaries

Amy Alward, Amy McCulloch
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The Potion Diaries

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020

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Amy Alward, Amy McCulloch

The Potion Diaries

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Kingdom Of Nova • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

780L

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Super Short Summary

The Potion Diaries by Amy Alward and Amy McCulloch follows a young alchemist, Samantha Kemi, as she embarks on a quest to find a cure for a poisoned princess, dealing with magical challenges and rival potion makers. Set in a world blending magic and technology, Samantha navigates personal growth and discovers her family's alchemical legacy.

Adventurous

Fantastical

Exciting

Playful

Romantic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

5,567 ratings

64%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Potion Diaries by Amy Alward offers a whimsical adventure with strong world-building and a charming protagonist. Readers appreciate the blend of fantasy and romance, along with its humor and engaging plot. However, some find the pacing uneven and characters predictable. It’s an enjoyable read for fans of lighthearted fantasy tales.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Potion Diaries?

Readers who enjoy The Potion Diaries by Amy Alward and Amy McCulloch are typically fans of YA fantasy with adventure and romance. Similar to audiences who enjoy Harry Potter or The Princess Diaries, they appreciate magical quests and strong, relatable protagonists battling both mystical and personal challenges.

4.1

5,567 ratings

64%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Kingdom Of Nova • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

780L

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