About This Book
Kelly Barnhill's "Iron Hearted Violet" is a richly imagined fantasy adventure about Princess Violet, who is anything but a typical fairy-tale royal. Along with her best friend, Demetrius, she uncovers a hidden room and a forbidden book that tells of the Nybbas, an evil being trapped in their world. The story explores the profound power of narrative, challenging readers to consider how tales, both old and new, can influence reality. This 448-page chapter book is perfect for middle-grade readers who enjoy complex world-building, strong character development, and a blend of mystery and adventure, offering themes of bravery, identity, and the importance of friendship.
"Princess Violet is the complete opposite of most fairy-tale princesses -- plain, adventurous, and quite possibly too clever for her own good. One day, while exploring her castle, Violet and her best friend, Demetrius, stumble upon a hidden passage, which leads to a secret room, which houses a peculiar book, which tells a story that has long been forbidden. A story about an evil being trapped in their world. Violet, Demetrius, and the King's cowardly dragon might just be the key to its escape -- or demise"--
Discussion Prompts
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How is Princess Violet different from other princesses you've read about?
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What does the book teach us about the power of stories? Can stories really change things in the real world?
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Violet and Demetrius face a big challenge. What does it mean to be brave, and how do they show it?
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If you found a forbidden book, would you read it? Why or why not?
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