House Hunters, Fantasy Edition (Julie)

Have you ever wanted your own fairy tale home? Well, now is your chance to choose which home you would live in.

3) Underground. There are two options that come to mind for this category. The deep, underground dwarf idea or the carve your home out of a hill Hobbit idea. Let's start with the dwarf home. This type

of dwelling attracts those with fair skin or those who prefer darker places for whatever reasons (we don't ask questions). It is also popular with those who don't want to spend money on air conditioning as it's quite a bit cooler down there.

However, if you prefer a lighter and warmer atmosphere, then try out the cozy Hobbit hole. These lovely homes cater to those a bit on the shorter side. If you plan on having a lot of company over, remember to avoid installing a low hanging chandelier, or at least a retractable one.


2) Castle. If you are looking for a home with more space, then take a look at a castle. The most

popular type is the straight up, skinny variety. This can provide children countless hours of exploration through the many wings, turrets, and dungeon (just remember to child proof). The many high turrets make it a perfect place for stargazing, especially if you castle is located within a forest.

Many of our clients opt for the secluded castle in the deep forest as a place for quiet and relaxation, though there has been a few issues with wolves prowling around. 

Please remember though the castle requires lots of servants and can be a bit drafty. Castles do tend to attract the odd dragon or witch looking to cast a spell on the unsuspecting, which might include the whole castle. We also recommend staying away from any random spinning wheels that show up.



1) Cottage. This home conjures up images of snugness and a merry fire crackling in the hearth. These are great for people who prefer the simple life away from the hustle

and bustle of village life. Usually located deep within the forest, it's great for those with a green thumb as there is ample space for a garden, vegetable or flower. 

Some of our clients have complained of having random visitors showing up at their door looking for a place to stay or a meal. Use discretion when admitting strangers into your home.

Please be warned that if you come across a cottage made of edible materials, please head in the opposite direction. Fast. It is NOT one of our listings.


If interested, please contact one of our four specialized agents: Hansel, Sam, Ella, and Happy.

Truth Teller (Julie)

I found Truth Teller on Amazon as a free download and decided to give it a try. This is what Amazon has to say:


How could a modern day girl like Charlotte ever envisage that magic really exists? Even with her own vivid imagination, the place for other realms belonged in a child’s fairy tale. Or so she thought, until she stumbled across a hidden curio shop and an even stranger shopkeeper. He gives her a gift that resembles an antique snow dome, but this is not an ordinary globe. The world Charlotte has always known disappears as she’s spirited away into a mystical land.

This is the beginning of a lifelong friendship that changes Charlotte’s life forever. Discovered by a young elf alone in the forest, she embarks on a journey in search of a group of travelling Entertainers. She encounters heart-stopping dangers and real life monsters, but a far greater threat shadows her every move. Even the strength and skill of her new found companions cannot protect her against a ruthless druid assassin. But in this realm, Charlotte is not the vulnerable little girl she thought she was.

Truth Teller was a short read about a 10-year old girl who is transported to a magical realm. K. Chambers did a good job making Charlotte a typical young girl who is still sweet but can be whinny too. She's not presented as your above average girl who is brave and can work wonders. She's normal. Which was nice. 

I did have a few issues with it though. Book one only gives a glimpse of the power that Charlotte possesses in the magic realm. I didn't get a good feel for why she was important to the story other than she was a young girl trying to get back home. She becomes the Truth Teller in that world, but after reading the book, I couldn't really tell you what that means. I also would have loved to see the magic world fleshed out more, but maybe that comes later in one of the other books. 

Overall, I'd give it a 3 stars out of 5.

Last thought. The author is British, and it was very interesting to read some of the British slang words Charlotte uses=)