The Girl Who Drank The Moon
By Kelly Regan Barnhill
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Synopsis
In the Protectorate, a baby is left in the forest each year as a sacrifice to a feared witch. Unbeknownst to the villagers, the kind-hearted witch, Xan, rescues these infants, delivering them to loving families. One year, she accidentally feeds a baby girl moonlight, endowing her with extraordinary magic. Naming her Luna, Xan raises the child, whose powers begin to emerge as she approaches her thirteenth birthday, leading to unforeseen and perilous consequences.
About the author
Kelly Regan Barnhill is a much-loved author from America who writes magical stories for children. Her book 'The Girl Who Drank the Moon' won a big prize and is enjoyed by readers all over the world. Kelly loves creating exciting adventures filled with wonder, imagination, and strong, brave characters.
Pages
386 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2016
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