Book details
The Gingerbread Witch
Description
"A magical tale, brimming with heart." -Anne Ursu, National Book Award-long-listed author of The Troubled Girls of Dragomir AcademyMaud has grown up in a house made of gingerbread, wanting nothing more than to be a witch like Mother Agatha. But just like all of Agatha's gingerbread creations-from the magical house to the chocolate mousse squirrel-Maud will turn back into crumbs if anything ever happens to Agatha.This seems unthinkable…until Hansel and Gretel, a pair of witch hunters, push Agatha into the cottage's oven.To save herself and the other creations, Maud will have to go into the dangerous forest of the Shadelands to find the First Witch's spellbook. But with witch hunters on her trail and others interested in the book for their own means, can Maud bring back the only mother she's ever known…or will witch hunters capture her before she can save her gingerbread family?
Age
8-12
Text complexity
developing
Length
288 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Plot: The story offers a unique twist on the classic fairy tale, providing a fresh and engaging plot that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end.
- Vivid World-Building: The author creates a rich and vivid world filled with magic and intrigue, making it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the story.
- Complex Characters: The characters in the book, including the titular Gingerbread Witch, are well-developed with complex motivations and personalities, leading to a more enriching reading experience.
- Themes and Messages: The book explores important themes such as identity, morality, and the consequences of one's actions, offering valuable insights and discussion points for readers.