A beautiful fairytale that narrates the tale of a girl named September with flowing, flawless grace. By the time I had read five pages, I was utterly in love with the world, the characters, the language, and Valente's skill at both creating an enticing world and then leading the reader in by the hand. 
 It is a timeless story that transcends the usual age restrictions - much like Harry Potter, it is accessible and could be enjoyed by all, except it is due to its artistry, courage, and quirkiness instead of simplistic language. The twists and turns of The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland... will stay with me for a long, long time. It is a book I wish had been read to me as a child.