The Trouble with Pixies

Edinburgh Elementals, Book 1

By: Gayle Ramage

Narrated by: Chris Barnes

Length: 27 mins

Publisher's summary

A short, urban fantasy tale set in Edinburgh, Scotland. An introduction to the Edinburgh Elementals series.

Michael has just moved to Edinburgh, Scotland, to make a fresh start with his three children. While they're out exploring the city, he's relaxing with a glass of wine.

That is until a knock on the front door leads to a bizarre revelation from a strange, red-haired woman, and an encounter in the attic with some unexpected guests.

About the Series...

Giants, pixies, mermaids - all creatures confined within fairytales. But what if these being were as real as you or I? They're not that easy to spot but if you look properly you will find them.

Thanks to her different-colored eyes, Edinburgh resident, Hattie, can clearly see that goblin sitting on the park bench tripping up passers-by, or the salamander that's relaxing in the flames of next door's bonfire. As long as the creatures don't bother her, she won't bother the creatures. But if they do cause trouble, they'd better watch out...

©2013 Gayle Ramage (P)2014 Gayle Ramage

So short!

What is the point to such a short story? I love the reader so that why I bought this.. I'd like to hear more of this story!

Loved it, but wish it were longer.

Would you listen to The Trouble with Pixies again? Why?

No, but only because I don't do that. If I were someone who listened (read) things twice, I definitely would. Very entertaining.

Have you listened to any of Chris Barnes’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes, and this one was just as excellent.

Good story, TOO SHORT

I bought this story without paying attention to the length. The story is good. It is complex and interesting, but it's wayyyy to short. I would almost say that it is worth the credit, but I can't wholeheartedly say it and mean it because of the length. So, if you're looking for a short story and don't mind spending a credit on it, this is a decent story. Is it worth a credit without more length? No. In fact, it does seem to be episodic, and you have to buy each story to get the whole story. I would have given four stars if the length had been there. So, again, decent story, far too short, and much is the pity.

Brilliantly narrated, okay story

Where does The Trouble with Pixies rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Somewhere in the middle. I love the narrator of this, he did the story a lot of justice

Would you be willing to try another book from Gayle Ramage? Why or why not?

Hmmm not sure. I liked the writing style well enough, but the story fell a little flat for me. The book is marked as YA, but it felt more like a children's book (for 3rd or 4th grade kids) and lacked a little imagination. Though the setting was interesting enough.

What about Chris Barnes’s performance did you like?

I loved the different accents, and the fast pace of the narrative. There was real 'life' in the characters.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No, not at all.

Any additional comments?

I think this will be a nice story for younger children. For me it lacked a bit of layers, and the story itself didn't live up to the promise. I didn't want to give it two stars, because it wasn't bad. I feel the narrator really spruced it up for me, though.

How to catch pixies...you will know after this!

The Trouble with Pixies
Edinburgh Elementals, Book 1
By: Gayle Ramage
Narrated by: Chris Barnes
This audible book is a short story or prequel. It was a clever story about a family moving in and the neighbor coming over and catching pixies in the attic. Of course the guy didn't believe in pixies but let her catch them anyway. It was cute and clever. I am prepared now! LOL. Sounds like a cute series start. The problem with the audible is that the Scottish was so thick it was difficult to understand at times. I think I missed several words.

the Trouble with Pixies review

Would you listen to The Trouble with Pixies again? Why?

Yes - because it's interesting.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The main character Michael.

Which scene was your favorite?

The attic scene.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, definitely.

Any additional comments?

It's an interesting short story.

Story grabs you,just too short

This book is the 1st in a series of three. The fantasy series is great story telling. Don't think of them as novels, but short stories that have the same lead character. I did not want this one to end. I wanted more of this family!!
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Fun and engaging read!

Any additional comments?

My review for: The Trouble With Pixies (Edinburgh Elementals, #1) by Gayle Ramage
Narrator: Chris Barnes
My rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Shanna Roberson

The Trouble with Pixies is a very fun and fast read! A delightful UF short with a huge dose of magic and lore.

In this introductory tale we met Michael, a single dad who just moved to Edinburgh for a new start and a house full of life. But when a stranger with mismatched eyes shows up at his door, he doesn’t realize he is getting more than he bargains for with his new home….

It is no secret that Chris Barnes is one of my favorite narrators and while I am used to his readings having a more darker atmosphere, this lighter read meshed well with his lovely Scottish brogue. Easily bringing the characters to life, it was easy to picture being in Michael’s shoes in this fun short! If you are looking for a quick and engaging read, you need to check out this series! Well done, Gayle and Chris. Can’t wait for more.