Review & Giveaway – Flight Test 101 by Amanda Thrasher

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Flight Test 101

By Amanda M. Thrasher

Genre of Book: Children’s Chapter Book, Fantasy, Adventure

Publisher: Progressive Rising Phoenix Press

Pages: 169

Publication Date: 10 June 2025

Synopsis

Join Lilly, Boris, and Jack as they embark on another thrilling adventure that will test their courage and friendship!

Excitement fills the air in the enchanting world of fairlings as Lilly, Boris, and Jack prepare for their first fairy flight test! As they take to the skies, their journey quickly transforms into a whirlwind of unexpected challenges and delightful mishaps. With new expectations weighing on their tiny wings, the trio must navigate a tricky obstacle course that challenges their flying skills and the strength of their friendship.

Will they rise to the occasion and soar to success, or will they find themselves grounded for countless moons? Join these brave fairlings on a magical quest filled with laughter, valuable lessons, and the power of teamwork.

The Mischief Series invites young readers to embark on heartwarming adventures celebrating friendship, resilience, and the joy of learning from mistakes. This delightful series encourages children to embrace challenges and cherish the friendships they cultivate, making it ideal for independent reading or cozy read-together moments. Dive into the magic today and discover why the adventures of Lilly, Boris, and Jack are a must-read for every young dreamer!

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Review

This is such a fun lower to middle-grade series to read. It will engage any reader, especially those who enjoy fairies. However, this is more than just entertainment; some valuable life lessons can be learned from the characters, primarily patience, disappointment, friendship, and kindness.

The gang of fairies is back as they prepare to take their flight test. They have been practicing, but a tragic accident sidelines Jack, and he might not be able to take his test this year. While not wise, Jack’s friends decide to postpone their test too, so they can all test at the same time. This display of solidarity only strengthens their friendship.

While I haven’t read all of the books in this series, the few I have read are sweet with life lessons embedded within. The characters are all kind, and I have a special spot in my heart for Broderick, the spider. He makes some delicious snacks, and I wanted to dive into the book to sample them all. I appreciate that the elders recognize when a rule needs to be amended for the benefit of future fairies. I think that several of the professors also look to this young group and are reminded of when they were that age and the fun times they had. Or maybe the mischief they got up to in their youth.

These books don’t have to be read in order, but I highly recommend reading them in order so that you can follow this band of friends through all of their adventures.

We give this book 5 paws up.

About the Author

Amanda M. Thrasher is a wife, mother, dog lover, and an international award-winning author. She’s a multiple Gold Recipient of The Mom’s Choice Awards® (MCA), earning the award in multiple categories, including Young Adult, General Fiction, and Children’s Chapter Books. She’s a multiple Gold Medal and Bronze winner of the Readers’ Favorite International Book awards and was awarded a New Apple Literary Award.