Frogkisser!

By: Garth Nix

Narrated by: Marisa Calin

Poor Princess Anya. Forced to live with her evil stepmother's new husband, her evil stepstepfather. Plagued with an unfortunate ability to break curses with a magic-assisted kiss. And forced to go on the run when her stepstepfather decides to make the kingdom entirely his own.

Aided by a loyal talking dog, a boy thief trapped in the body of a newt, and some extraordinarily mischievous wizards, Anya sets off on a Quest that, if she plays it right, will ultimately free her land-and teach her a thing or two about the use of power, the effectiveness of a well-placed pucker, and the finding of friends in places both high and low.

With Frogkisser!, acclaimed bestselling author Garth Nix has conjured a fantastical tale for all ages, full of laughs and danger, surprises and delights, and an immense population of frogs. It's 50% fairy tale, 50% fantasy, and 100% pure enjoyment from start to finish.

Nix is such a masterful storyteller!

This is the perfect fairytale for modern children -- full of humor, clever thinking and a wonderful collection of quest comrades.

excellent! Garth nix never disappoints

Marisa Calin did a great job performing this book, her voices for each character were great and at times hilarious. The story was funny and cute but also deep an engaging. Garth Nix's books always have these fantastic worlds and magic back stories that leave me wanting more.

Moral lessons

I enjoyed the fantasy and the adventures of the Frog-kisser. Garth Nix is a good story writer.

Loved it!

This was a cute, funny, and smart book! I loved it! And hands down, Marisa Calin is the best narrator EVER! Her voices were varied, and perfect!

Princess Who?

This was my first story by Garth Nix; but I'm sure it won't be the last. Although there are allusions to many well known fairy tales, this story holds its own through its interesting plot and well developed characters. I really enjoyed the inclusion of the "Royal Dogs" as guides and a conscience. It is a stand alone novel although there is a reference in the Epilogue about another story where a princess becomes a "Good" wizard. Perhaps that will be my next Nix novel?

Marisa Calin's narration was excellent. There were numerous characters and they were each recognizable. Someone said that princesses must have a British accent to sound Royal. I must say I do prefer them that way. Igbo