"The mermaid’s choices made sense, and the whole story fit together like a puzzle. I think the writer planned it all really carefully. It made me want to write my own story too."

"The level of commitment in both books is so impressive. These aren’t just good for their age — they’re good, full stop. Both authors show structure, purpose, and a clear love for storytelling."

"The story gave me ideas for my own writing. I could tell the writer didn’t just rush it — she worked on making it feel real and finished. That’s not easy, and it made me respect the book even more."

"What stands out is how much thought clearly went into this story. For a child to not only imagine a whole world but to stay focused and bring it to life in a full book — that’s something truly special."

"I think the girl in the story was really brave, and I liked how the story didn’t go too fast. The writer took her time and made it feel like something important was happening."

"This book is a brilliant example of narrative development by a young writer. The author has shown real care in how the story unfolds. It’s inspiring for other students to see what’s possible when you stick with an idea and finish it."

"The story made me think of going on my own little adventure. The author really made it feel like everything happened for a reason. It’s not just random — it’s like a real journey."

"These books are examples of what happens when children are trusted with their ideas. The authors' dedication is clear, and the result is wonderful."

"I loved how the characters worked together and the story made sense. The author must have spent a lot of time thinking it through."

"This book has a quiet beauty to it — not flashy, but thoughtful. The pacing is gentle and steady, and it's clear the young author took care in building the story to its end. It shows a mature approach to storytelling for such a young writer."

"This was a calm and happy story. It made me feel good and want to go outside. I think the author thought really hard about how to tell the story in a gentle way, and that made it really nice to read."

"This book is a wonderful reminder that storytelling doesn't require age — only imagination and dedication. You can feel the effort in every paragraph. It's not just whimsical, it's structured and purposeful. A brilliant debut."

"I liked how everything made sense — the mermaid had a reason for her adventure, and it felt like the author really planned out the whole thing. It wasn’t just made up on the spot. I think that’s what made it feel so real."

"The most impressive thing about these books is the completeness of thought. Many children write with energy, but these stories also show follow-through — a beginning, middle, and end that make sense. That only happens when a young writer commits fully to her idea."

"The adventure was quiet and peaceful, but still exciting. I liked how the girl didn’t give up, even when things got confusing. It made me think about how writing a book is like going on your own adventure — it takes time and effort."

"These two books are outstanding examples of what happens when young people are given space to explore their creativity. They’re not just sweet stories — they show commitment, discipline, and thoughtfulness. I would proudly share them in any school library."

"I really liked how the butterfly seemed to have a secret world, and the girl followed it without giving up. It made me imagine a place like that too. The story felt finished and complete, like the author really cared about getting it just right."

"Reading this story with my daughter was a lovely experience. What stood out most was the structure and pacing — it was clear the young author worked hard to connect her ideas and keep the story moving. It felt like the work of someone who truly enjoys storytelling."

"I loved how the mermaid had to make brave choices and solve problems on her own. It wasn’t just a fun story — you can tell the author really thought about how everything should happen. I want to try writing a story like that too, even if it takes time!"