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Elena's writing spans several genres, and she believes that a good story is made up first and foremost of great characters, ones that are relatable and interesting enough to stay with the reader long after the book is closed. She hopes her young readers come away from her books feeling that nothing is impossible.
When not writing, Elena enjoys horseback riding, tai chi, smelling the flowers, and petting bumblebees. Currently living overseas teaching English, Elena looks forward to having a garden and a menagerie of pets when she finally settles down in one place.
Reviewed by Courtnee Turner Hoyle for Readers' Favorite
In The Rainbow Weaver's Apprentice by Elena Jagar, Verna, a magic worker, tries to teach Addie the art of rainbow magic, but Addie is too impetuous to follow her orders perfectly. One day, Verna leaves Addie with a specific set of instructions: water the urns with rainbow seeds at sunset. Addie misses the appointed time by moments but hopes her failure will go unnoticed. The next day, everything seems in order, but soon a fog creeps over Woodlander, and Addie and her friend, Gabe, are the only ones unaffected by the depression that comes with it. Addie battles intense emotions as she wonders if she's responsible for the sickness that has befallen her village or if something else is to blame.
In a rich and colorfully detailed story, Elena Jagar paints an adventure in a cleverly conceived world of magic. Most characters are in brilliant colors, and they work hard to protect and thrive in their communities. Addie shows a lot of growth throughout the story as she encounters obstacles either related to her decisions or due to the deeper plot. The book serves as an entertaining tale, but readers may also view it as a lesson for young people about the consequences of their decisions and that not everything is always as it seems. Jagar moves her story along quickly but weaves in perilous situations, new friends, and determination. The Rainbow Weaver's Apprentice is a good selection for children who enjoy stories of adventure, fantasy, and a hint of mystery.
