A runaway princess and a poor young boy try to make a new life for themselves without revealing their pasts or the magical powers they possess.
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McCaffrey's latest is a sweet, romantic fantasy set in a realm where each person is born with a gift that determines their future. Meanne, who is not allowed to practice her gift of making plants grow and thrive--because it is so "unsuitable for a princess of the Blood Royal to insert her royal hands in common dirt" --runs away to a deserted, run-down forest hunting lodge. Unschooled in many of the practicalities of setting the hut to rights, she is delighted when a boy named Wisp shows up and joins forces with her. Readers may suspect it before Meanne does, but Wisp has a frightening gift that works a great change for Meanne yet bodes well for their future together. This is an enticing little book, made more so by Pat Morrissey's delicate line drawing that frames each two-page spread of text, and McCaffrey fans of all ages will adore it. Sally Estes
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Format:Hardcover
I think this was an enchanting and charming short story. I normally don't read short stories, but the description was quite intriguing. It a little over 90 pages so I finished it rather quickly, but I loved it nontheless. I bought the book as soon as I had put it down. I admit MeAnn and Wisp's characters could have been expanded to make them more realistic, but the setting was beautifull described and the plot was completely original. This was the first Anne McCaffrey book I ever read, although some of my other family members have read many of her Dragonrider series. This book got me interested in her as an author and her other works. I wish the story could have been longer, but it stands out as it is. I highly recommend it to anyone.
Format:Hardcover
I think it's wonderful book I,m not a reader but this was a wonderful love story of life I could not put it down. My daughter read it also and felt the same way.
By M. VanKempen
Format:Hardcover
Meanne runs away from her impending arranged marriage. She goes to her childhood cottage that has been long since forgotten and starts her new life there. Wisp comes into her life like a breeze. Together they make a team and strive for new beginnings.
This book was rather boring. Meanne is very hurried character, as she we don't get to see inside her, just what is on her mind NOW. There was too many foreshadowing that actually lets us know what is going to happen. There is no surprise and there is no climax of the story.
This book was rather boring. Meanne is very hurried character, as she we don't get to see inside her, just what is on her mind NOW. There was too many foreshadowing that actually lets us know what is going to happen. There is no surprise and there is no climax of the story.
Its pretty mellow, a very short read of 94 pages. I honestly kept myself reading, but found myself skimming the pages. I really don't recommend this book, the only McCaffrey story so far that I didn't like.
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A Sharing
Many have complained that the book is too small for the price. Or too short. Or that nothing much happens. This book is not an action adventure story. Read more
Published on Dec 4 2001 by Coy Lee Stroud
3.0 out of 5 stars
Charming
Well, this book is definately unique and charming in its simplicity of plot yet depth of language. I have never read Anne McCaffrey before but I thought this was wonderful of her... Read more
Published on Aug 6 2001 by L. Park
2.0 out of 5 stars
You need not agree with me, buuuuut...
About the only thing I liked about the book was that it was visually pleasing. Huh, what a thing to say! Read more
Published on July 26 2001 by Katrina McK
3.0 out of 5 stars
A nice book
I must admit that I had high expectations for this book after reading the Dragonriders and Harpers series. This was a very cute book but by no means superb. Read more
Published on Jan 13 2001
4.0 out of 5 stars
if you're an Anne fan you gotta read it
not like most of her books but this book is a good quick read without losing any of the Anne McCaffrey magic we know and love.
Published on Oct 27 1999
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Very cute short story.
A must read. When a princess runs away from home, she goes to an old cottage where she mets a young boy, Wisp. Read more
Published on July 29 1999
5.0 out of 5 stars
A small miracle!
The book is short,but sweet. The story tells of two people trying to hide from someone or something. One of which isn't what it seems to be.
Published on Jun 28 1999
3.0 out of 5 stars
Good, but too darn short!
I'm usually a really big fan of Annie, but lately some of her books have left me feeling cheated. I think her publisher is pushing her too hard to crank out the books too fast... Read more
Published on Oct 15 1998 by A. Gentilcore
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small, but wonderful
What a good book! It was so neat, two people living alone in a cabin in the woods away from people and their expectations. Meannie (yes that's her name. Read more
Published on July 16 1998
2.0 out of 5 stars
Bleh. This one didn't thrill me.
I'm a big fan of Anne McCaffrey...usually. I found An Exchange of Gifts to be quite boring, and even though it was VERY short, I found it hard to finish. Read more
Published on Nov 8 1997
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