Rowling's Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and fans of magical fantasy will be enthralled with the details of this fascinating world." - School Library Journal "Will at once open a new and imaginative world and feel like a book you have loved forever." - Jennifer Nielsen, New York Times bestselling author of The False Prince " The Apprentice Witch is entirely more charming, adventurous, and full of heart than a book has any right to be. This tale is somewhat remniscient of J.K. Readers who enjoy fantasy and challenging predicaments will appreciate Arianwyn's transformation from a failure to a competent and valued sorcerer." - School Library Connection "With brisk pacing and sophisticated writing, this book is one of those rare, unputdownable gems. This one is as cozy as a teapot and as comfy as old slippers." - Kirkus Reviews "These believable and engaging characters appreciate each other's talents and collaborate to annihilate their demon foes. One of the delightful aspects of The Apprentice Witch is the effortless and natural feel to the worldbuilding." - Kenny Brechner for Publishers Weekly "Shelftalker"" An insecure young witch comes into her own in this pleasantly old-fashioned fantasy debut. Its characters feel known to us, its forests trodden by our feet.
" takes readers on a pleasant trip back to a simpler age.Arianwyn is a likeable hero, with well-drawn struggle - both professional and personal." - The New York Times Book Review "There is something in the air of its world that causes a reader to breathe deeply and be immersed. For a sinister darkness has begun to haunt her spells, and there may be much more at stake than just her pride. With every spirit banished, creature helped, and spell cast, Arianwyn starts to get the hang of being a witch - even if she's only an apprentice. Strange things are sighted in the woods, a dangerous infestation of hex creeps throughout the town, and a mysterious magical visitor arrives with his eye on her. Declared an apprentice and sent to the town of Lull in disgrace, she may never become a real witch - much to the glee of her archrival, Gimma.But remote Lull is not as boring as it seems. Arianwyn has flunked her witch's assessment: She's doomed. Jennifer Nielsen, New York Times bestselling author of The False Prince A special middle grade debut of magic and courage in a world of witches, written with the charm and enchantment of Circus Mirandus and The Apothecary. Will at once open a new and imaginative world and feel like a book you have loved forever.
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