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Love Sugar Magic: A Dash of Trouble (Love Sugar Magic, 1)

Love Sugar Magic: A Dash of Trouble (Love Sugar Magic, 1)

Published in
2018
4.06
on Goodreads (3,090)

Description

"A charming and delectably sweet debut. Mischief, friendship, and a whole lot of heartLove Sugar Magic has it all."ZoraidaCrdova, award-winning author of the Brooklyn Brujas seriesLeonora Logroos family owns the most beloved bakery in Rose Hill, Texas, spending their days conjuring delicious cookies and cakes for any occasion. And no occasion is more important than the annual Dia de los Muertos festival.Leo hopes that this might be the year that she gets to help prepare for the big celebrationbut, once again, she is told shes too young.Sneaking out of school and down to the bakery, she discovers that her mother, aunt, and four older sisters have in fact been keeping a big secret: theyre brujaswitches of Mexican ancestrywho pour a little bit of sweet magic into everything that they bake. Leo knows that she has magical ability as well and is more determined than ever to join the family businesseven if she cant let her mama and hermanas know about it yet.And when her best friend, Caroline, has a problem that needs solving, Leo has the perfect opportunity to try out her craft.Its just one little spell, after allwhat could possibly go wrong? Debut author Anna Meriano brings us the first book in a delightful new series filled to the brim with amor, azcar, y magia.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
336 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Engaging Cultural Representation: The book beautifully weaves Mexican-American culture, traditions, and Spanish language into the story, offering readers a chance to learn about and appreciate the richness of this heritage.
  • Magical Adventure: 'Love Sugar Magic: A Dash of Trouble' is the first in a series that introduces readers to a world of magic and mystery. It's perfect for those who enjoy stories about spells, enchantments, and the sometimes unpredictable consequences of magical meddling.
  • Relatable Themes: The novel explores themes of family, identity, and growing up, making it a relatable read for middle-grade readers who may be experiencing similar challenges and milestones in their own lives.
  • Empowering Female Characters: The story centers around Leo and her family of strong, independent women who run their own bakery. It's an inspiring portrayal that encourages young readers, especially girls, to believe in their abilities and the power of sisterhood.