Description
The first book in an exciting and funny fantasy trilogy in the tradition of Terry Pratchett and Diana Wynne Jones.
Everglade loves to hate witches. And as the daughter of the last witch, Wren Westerly is the most hated person in town. She can only imagine what would happen if the townspeople found out she can actually see magic ... even if she has no idea how to use it.
But when magic leads Wren to an enchanted necklace and reveals her secret, it's not just Everglade chasing her. It's the Eater - a terrifying creature who is determined to drain all magic from the world, and who really, really wants that necklace.
Leaving Everglade with nothing but the necklace, two accidental travel companions, and directions from a goat, Wren finds herself in a new and infinitely more magical world. And she's the only one who can save it from the Eater. That is, if she can figure out magic.
No pressure.
Welcome to the world of Everglade, where the truth about witches is tangled with lies and being yourself is the biggest risk of all.
Review
Wren Westerly is the daughter of the last witch to live in Everglade. Witches have caused far too much trouble and have been banned, but Wren knows that she holds a certain power. The problem is she has no idea how to use it - and training is out of the question.
But then an enchanted necklace leads her to another world, where magic is needed to save them all from the Eater who is close to destroying everything. But Wren can’t seem to learn how to use her powers. The voice inside of her tells her to trust herself, but she feels that she may be a fire-witch - and they are not welcome even in this magical world. Can she learn how to harness her powers for good, and save the world from the evil Eater?
This is an engrossing read with wondrous creatures, who help Wren on her journey. It is witty and humorous, and set in a magical world with a feisty female lead character who holds the future of their world in her hands. I highly recommend it to readers aged from 10 to 14 years and look forward to the next book in the series.
