Wow! This fantastic book went far beyond my expectations. As precious as a rare gem, it deeply impressed me with its originality and its wit. C. M. Valente's writing style is simply superb and September and her friends are just memorable. Their adventures through Fairyland are so vividly described that I too felt as if I was into the story, surrounded by the most dreamy creatures I ever read about. I'm especially glad I picked up this book now, in Autumn, only few days before Halloween. I felt as if this perfect timing allowed me to appreciate some landscape descriptions and the colors that permeate the whole story more innerly. I loved every single word of this enchanting book. I sipped words slowly and they filled my mind and my hearth with endless joy. I actually lost track of all the quotations I underlined. My great admiration goes also to Ana Juan's visionary illustrations. They really struck my eyes! C. M. Valente is about to be added to my favorite authors list and I think this book of hers is unquestionably a 6 stars favorite in my personal rating.