OK. Let's start with the fact that a female is the hero of the story. Go, Girls!
This was such a fun read. The author did a great job slowly exposing Agnes's gift/magic as the story progressed without it seeming forced or unbelievable. I enjoyed seeing her learn and grow with her newfound power.
There was a lot of adventure, magic, and romance throughout the book making it a fun ride.
There were a couple of times I thought the situation was forced and didn't flow right but all in all an entertaining book. I am so excited there is a sequel! It will be my next read!

First Earth is the first in a new series targeted at teens/YA, but is enjoyable for everyone who enjoys reading fantasy. It is a part coming of age, but more coming to terms with oneself, exploring friendship, truth, responsibility and much more. That being said (it makes it sound so serious!), this is a fun adventure - the intriguing plot will draw you in. If you 'suffer' from the problem of not being able to put a good book down, then reserve time to read this through. The concept is interesting and the mix of science and magic is very enjoyable. The characters are well-developed and multidimensional, not only will you want to keep reading to find out what happens to them, but you will also look forward to the next book and next adventure!

First Earth is the first book in a new crossworlds fantasy trilogy for teens/tweens by Cami Murdock Jensen. Released 27th June 2019, it's 336 pages and available in hardcover, paperback, and ebook formats.

I was drawn into the story from literally the first page. Protagonist Agnes is intelligent, courageous, and no stranger to challenge. She's not about to trust the first dimension traveling magician she comes across (and his talking cat), even if they did save her from "a homicidal, purple-haired, ghost-woman". The story is well crafted and well told, entertaining, and action filled. I liked the secondary characters very much. It's a rollicking yarn and I'm looking forward to more from this author.

The language is clean and there is no questionable content. I liked that the characters developed and learned to trust one another over the course of the book. There are themes of friendship, cooperation, honesty, trust, and responsibility. There are also dragons and magic and talking multi-dimensional-cats. This would make a superlative gift for a fantasy loving teen/tween and a good choice for a school or public library.

Five well deserved stars.