Healer and Witch
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"Gracefully explores themes of identity, family and belonging. . . . Werlin brings compassion and complexity to her depictions of the relationships between characters." --Shelf Awareness (starred review) Nancy Werlin's first story for middle-grade readers tackles and transcends traditional fantasy tropes: can a young woman gifted with magic learn to manage her powers--and claim her strength--without violence? Sylvie and her mother and grandmother are beloved, trusted healers in their medieval French village, though some whisper that fifteen-year-old Sylvie and her grand-mere deal in more than just herbs and medicines. Perhaps they're a bit . . . witchy? After her grandmother dies and an attempt to use magic to heal her mother's grief brooks tragic consequences, Sylvie leaves her village in search of a teacher. The journey subjects her to strange alliances, powerful temptations, danger, and deceit. In the end, there may be only one wise woman Sylvie can trust in a world that would define her limits: herself. Beautifully crafted, this quietly powerful work for younger readers assures a whole new audience for an established author.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1536232998
ISBN13:9781536232998
Release Date:September 2023
Publisher:Candlewick Press (MA)
Length:304 Pages
Weight:0.65 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 8.0" x 8.8"
Age Range:9 to 12 years
Grade Range:Grades 4 to 7
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