By Amanda Ashby
Speak, $7.99, 336 pages

Fairy Bad Day is a charming read about a girl named Emma Jones who has been training to become a dragon slayer – only to be assigned as a fairy killer at Burtonwood Academy. This not only dashes Emma’s dreams, but is a laughable slaying job on top of everything. Suddenly, Emma’s job isn’t such a laughing matter when a killer fairy shows up and only she can see him. And Curtis Green, who stole the dragon slaying assignment from her, is also starting to steal her heart.

Emma Jones is just one of those female leads that you will fall in love with instantly. Determined, fierce, and incredibly witty, she’s a strong character who has to embrace the destiny that was given to her – which leads to incredible character growth and hilarious dialogue along the way. Curtis Green is your typical “hottie with secrets” that will not only make you swoon over his character, but keep you guessing as to what lies behind those good looks and heart of gold. The secondary characters are also entertaining and help to build a great story.

Although a little predictable at times, this fairy read puts a new spin on a cliché that I have not seen before. Full of action, entertaining banter, and fairies (of course), Fairy Bad Day is a fun paranormal read that any young adult fan would enjoy putting on their summer reading list.

Reviewed by Missy Wadkins