Wise Child
by Monica Furlong
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Author: Monica FurlongEdition: Mass Market Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1989-11-18
ISBN: 0394825985
Number of pages: 240
Reading Level: Ages 4-8
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
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Summary: 4 Stars
Wise Child, a spoiled girl orphaned by the death of her grandmother and abandoned by her gorgeous and powerful witch mother, is taken in by the village witch and healer, Juniper. Wise Child quickly overcomes her fears and--despite the hard work--becomes Juniper's prot?g?. Wise Child is stuck between the pull of the easy life with her powerful mother and the love and satisfaction of life with Juniper. This simple and magical tale is powerful because of the beautiful prose and the well-drawn and fascinating characters. Wise Child's voice is clear and powerful. Grade: A-
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In a remote Scottish village, nine-year-old Wise Child is taken in by Juniper, a healer and sorceress. Then Wise Child's mother, Maeve, a black witch, reappears. In choosing between Maeve and Juniper, Wise Child discovers the extent of her supernatural powers-and her true loyalties.Arthurian Books
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