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11 brilliant rewilding books 20/03/25
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A Pinch of Magic
(15 reviews with an average rating of 5 out of 5)
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Betty Widdershins and her two sisters live with their bad-tempered Granny in the Poacher’s Pocket, a rowdy, tumbledown inn on the dismal island of Crowstone.
Desperate for an adventure, Betty plans a secret outing to neighbouring Marshfoot on her 13th birthday, but is furious when Granny stops her. Granny then breaks the devasting news that all Widdershins’ girls are trapped by an ancient curse and if they ever leave Crowstone, they will die by the following sunrise.
She softens the blow by showing them three magical objects which have been passed down through generations: an old bag that transports the bearer wherever they wish to go, a mirror which shows the holder whatever they want to see, and a set of Russian dolls containing the power of invisibility. When Betty tries to use these objects to change their fate, she inadvertently puts her sisters in grave danger.
In this darkly believable world of magic and myth, Betty is a likeable, funny and feisty protagonist, full of courage and determination. This riveting tale of witchcraft, love and betrayal will have readers on the edge of their seats, as the sisters race against time to try to break the curse.
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Siblings – for over 8 years old
Siblings can be annoying, a responsibility, and the best person to team up with – or all of those things at once! These thrilling books are all about brothers and sisters.
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Magical stories (9-12)
These books are brilliant for older children who want to get lost in a magical journey.
What you thought...
Average rating:
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Anonymous review, 05 October 2022
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I have absolutely loved the pinch of magic series! They draw me in with a snap and before i know it, ive finished the book!
Anonymous, 30 April 2022
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Lovely
Karen, 10 February 2022
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it was AMAZING!!!!!!
rose, 25 January 2022
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Four words: Best magic book EVER!
Aria, 03 May 2021
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Oh my gosh! This book was absolutely amazing! I now have the rest of the series, and it's a super fun and interesting read...! :D
Oreo, 03 May 2021
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loved this book, read it in one day, and the next one and the next one, 1000000000% recommend
anonymous, 18 February 2021
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I really loved this book because it was exciting and a teeny bit scary. I loved Charlie because he is brave, cheeky and likes animals. Ive read all 3 books now and they're awesome!
Eilidh, 13 February 2021
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Amazing!! I loved the character's and felt like I could even relate to them, except the magic bit!! :)
Anon, 04 November 2020
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really really really really really really really really really good.
hello again, 20 September 2020
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This is an incredible book!! Would recommend to anyone with a good taste in books! This book is amazing!!!
hello, 20 September 2020
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Best Book Everrr! I loved it, it is my absolute fave :)
Ali, 01 July 2020
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I rather her other books
lily, 02 June 2020
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I want to read this book
desi, 30 March 2020
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Amazing I loved it
Anjali, 02 January 2020
I really enjoyed this book would recommend the school for good and evil by somain chainman