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Wise Child

by Monica Furlong

A choice between two kinds of magic

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A choice between two kinds of magic

In a Scottish village, nine-year-old Wise Child is taken in by Juniper, a healer and sorceress, after losing her grandmother and being separated from her father. Under Juniper’s care, she learns herbal lore and the beginnings of magic. The return of her mother, Maeve, a witch associated with a mysterious plague, turns that new sense of home into a conflict over family, allegiance, and the power Wise Child is beginning to discover. The Arthurian classification points to a legendary setting for this coming-of-age story, where supernatural elements and a difficult personal choice are closely intertwined.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Young adult readers interested in Arthurian-inspired fantasy
  • Readers who enjoy stories about magic, family ties, and divided loyalties
  • Readers interested in young protagonists learning herbal lore and supernatural skills

Themes

Magic and supernatural powersFamily and belongingLoyalty and choiceHerbal loreFear and danger in a village

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Book overview

Orphaned by the death of her grandmother and her father's disappearance, 9-year-old Wise Child is taken in by Juniper, a healer and sorceress. Soon enough, the young girl finds herself flourishing under Juniper's care--learning about herbal lore, and even introductory magic. But just as she begins to feel at home in the Scottish village, the girl's mother--the black witch Maeve--returns.

Forced to choose between Maeve and Juniper, Wise Child has a difficult decision to make. She could stay with Juniper or leave with Maeve and adopt a life of luxury. In making her choice, Wise Child comes to discover her own growing supernatural powers and true loyalties.

As the story unfolds, Maeve's evil magic--a mysterious plague--and the fears of villagers put Wise Child and Juniper in very real danger.

Make sure you discover more about this fascinating world in Monica Furlong's classic prequel, Juniper.

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