Going into this I didn't realise that it was the second of a series and that I had already read the first! Back then there wasn't a second book yet, though I wished there was. So this was a wonderful surprise. It's quite different to the first, following a different main character. This time it is Petunia the pixie, rather than Millie the witch.
The world sounds so lovely and magical, dresses made of daisy leaves and acorn hats, school in the enchanted forest and flying carpets. There's so much delicious food in the book and it actually includes recipes throughout the book. It was slightly unfortunate timing to read this in the middle of a pandemic, shame there's no magic potion for us! I felt sorry for poor Petunia, completely forgotten at home, and treated like a servant by Bogdana, but she's so persistent she wears people down gradually and always gets her way.

Ahoy there me mateys!  I received this young adult fantasy eARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.  So here are me honest musings.  While I try to post no spoilers, if ye haven’t read the previous book then ye might want to skip this post. If ye keep reading this log then ye have been forewarned and continue at yer own peril . . .

a pixie's promise (Dianna Sanchez)

Title: a pixie's promise

Author: Dianna Sanchez

Publisher: Dreaming Robot Press

Publication Date: TODAY!! (e-book)

ASIN: B07JFHQJ3H

Source: NetGalley

Dreaming Robot Press holds a special place in my heart as they were the first publisher to allow me the privilege of reviewing an eArc on NetGalley.  That novel was the demon girl's song, which I loved and reviewed here.

They also kindly gave me a copy of the first book in this series called a witch's kitchen.  That book introduced readers to the Enchanted Forest School where Millie, a witch's daughter, is sent when it appears she has no talent for magic.  All she was good at was baking.  Of course when she gets to school, she learns new things and makes friends and discovers her hidden depths.  I loved it.

This second book takes place during a break from school and follows a pixie named, Petunia.  I adored her (and her silly jokes) in the first book and was delighted for Petunia to take center stage.  Petunia comes from a huge family and her mom is so distracted that she can't even seem to remember Petunia's name!  So when Millie goes away for the school holidays, Petunia goes to stay at Millie's house to help her out with a project (a lovely spoiler!) and to finally have some peace and quiet.  But when an epidemic breaks out, Petunia finds her break to be anything but restful and is given a chance to prove that even pixies can do serious, wonderful things.

The plot was silly and whimsical and light and fun and totally fit my mood.  I love that Millie still has a presence in the form of letters, food, and recipes!  I love that the old gang including Sagara and Max help out.  I love that the "bad" guy may have different reasons than first thought.  I love that the characters are still growing and changing and improving.  I love the messages of breaking through old prejudices and stigmas.  I thoroughly enjoyed this one.

This book is technically for middle grade but I don’t care.  I believe everyone could enjoy it.  This series deserves more love.  And so far there are two more books planned in the series.  I can't wait!

So lastly . . .

Thank you Dreaming Robot Press!

Goodreads has this to say about the novel:

Petunia's tired of being overlooked just because she's six inches tall. But when the Enchanted Forest is threatened, can she measure up to the task?

She gets lost at home among her bazillion brothers, sisters, and cousins. Even her own parents don’t remember her name! And no one ever takes a pixie seriously.

When Petunia’s best friend, Millie, offers a vacation at her house, Petunia jumps at the chance. Cooking for Millie’s witch of a mother and babysitting a tree should be easy, right? But when an epidemic of spickle pox hits the Enchanted Forest, and Millie’s mother comes down with a mysterious illness, Petunia must pitch in to brew cures as quickly as she can, even if that means using up all her pixie dust.

And when the cure doesn’t work as well as it should, it’s up to Petunia to figure out how to change the formula to save the Enchanted Forest, while living up to all the promises she’s made.

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Previous Log Entries for this Author

a witch's kitchen - book 1 (On the Horizon – Young Adult Fantasy eArc)

I wasn't sure how I'd feel about this book.
Pixie, fairies, witches and magical creatures have been covered in many books stories and poems for a long time and are usually predictable and unoriginal.

Well forget all you think you know !

A Pixie Promise is a whole new board game, with original twists on age old stereotyped characters.
I loved the fact Dianna explained the planned plot and story and the change of story line.

I'm so looking forward to the next two books!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

With a more than a dusting of magic and fantasy, this is a story pixie and elf fans are sure to enjoy.

Petunia is more than excited to help her friend Millie out by watching over her trees and helping with household chores, while Millie takes a trip into the Logical Realm (or the modern day world as we know it with humans). Millie's mother is a bit of a handful, but she soon has it mastered. Until a disease breaks out, that is. Millie's mother does her best to brew the medicine, but not only is she wearing herself out, but the medication stops working. Petunia needs to do her best to find the solution before the disease spreads.

It appears there was a first book in this series, something I first noticed while reading the first chapters. While some of the background information might have been helpful, I had no trouble diving into this story and getting lost in its world.

Petunia is a sweet pixie, but with super strength, magic and a bit of spunk. She's a cute character and easy to relate to as she dives into every situation...even those where she hesitates at first...with full enthusiasm and determination. She isn't strong-headed or extremely risk happy, but she does exactly what needs to get done even if it's more than she think she might be able to handle. She's an inspiration in so many ways.

The author takes her time in this tale, letting the world and characters gain footing before the more adventurous part of the tale begins, but the pacing isn't boring either. The characters hold so many quirks and personality oddities that each one is a treat. And the world is detailed and interesting. As an extra treat, recipes are sprinkled into the story, which readers can try with a little help. The action mounts a bit as the tale continues on, but this is more about Petunia's determination, friendship, and kindness than about suspense. There are lots of little messages about acceptance, dealing with those who are different, patience and prejudices sprinkled in as well.

This is a calmer adventure which friends of magical forests, pixies, goblins and especially cooking will enjoy.

I received a complimentary copy and enjoyed the world so much that I wanted to leave my honest thoughts.

I think if I was about 14 years old this would have been a beautiful story. But now, at 35, it's just not for me.

The world building is lovely, and im a big fantasy, pixie, witches etc. fan. But it was just a little bit to childish. Maybe when my daughter is a bit older I could read it to her. I think she will love it.

Thank you to Weapenry Co-Op. for the arc of this book.
Although I hadn’t read the first book in this series, I still enjoyed the book, very whimsical love the details of the pixies and goblins