When Princess Amanda of Miracula finds a mysterious message in a bottle, it is the beginning of an adventurous quest for the liberation of an imprisoned prince, which includes a battle against a wicked witch and the making of new friends, both human and nonhuman. In this book for children from about eight years old, an original world is created, containing many elements that children like to identify with, such as beauty, friendship, and heroism. The importance of a colorful and varied way of life is emphasized as well as the struggle between good and bad. The fantasy world is described in a lively way, with unusual images and ideas. The book is written in a clear style, and the story line is well structured containing defined, mostly sympathetic characters.