Name: The Marvellous Land of Snergs
ISBN: 9781911490609

Veronica Cossanteli

Pip and Flora are running away from the Sunny Bay Home for Superfluous and Accidentally Parentless Children when they discover the Marvellous Land of Snergs. Here they befriend forgetful but lovable snerg, Gorbo. He will lead them home - if they can decide where home really is, and if Gorbo can remember how to get there.

The Marvellous Land of Snergs

everlinet

3,5*

The original story inspired Tolkien to write the Hobbit, so I needed to read this piece especially because of it! This one is a retelling of the original story, I don´t know how different it is from the original, but it´s definitely more modern.
I love children´s books so I enjoyed this little silly, funny and cute book so much. I could see some of the inspo Tolkien used in his books, and thought it was really sweet.

Stefie 

I haven't read the original story but I surely adore this retelling. It's funny, charming and magical.
The characters are also likeable, especially Pip, Flora and Gorbo.
The story itself is quite light and fast. So, if you are expecting any deep and complicated story, you won't get it from this book. It's not a bad thing though, because sometimes we need books that is enjoyable and light to read, right? :) However, it will still touch and warm your heart. 

Also, the cover is so beautiful and there are some illustrations inside too. Which is something that I love from books. Seriously though, add this one to your list. Truly truly an enjoyable read perfect for a lovely sunny day in the garden or by the sea :)