Twice Upon a Marigold / Jean Ferris / 297 pages

In the 2nd book of Ferris' Marigold books, the happily ever after couple of King Christian and Queen Marigold are learning that marriage is not always happily ever after.  Queen Olympia last seen falling over the castle wall into the river, resurfaces in all her evil, selfish glory.  King Swithbert must recognize his downfalls as a ruler.  The troll Ed is as funny as ever with his plethora of mixed up metaphors.  This is a great little book with some good messages liberally dosed with humor, likeable characters and engaging story elements.  Recommend grades 5 & up.