LoveReading4Kids Says
Opening a magical Middle Grade series in spellbinding style, Dominique Valente’s Witchspark really does sparkle with witchy wonder, adventure and invention.
London, 1883, and a mysterious advertisement for Miss Hegotty’s Course for Aspiring Witches appears in newspapers across the Magic Isles. Despite being prohibited, “It was always the same after one of Miss Hegotty’s advertisements appeared — children were the only ones brave enough to apply for something that was banned”.
At the same time, above a Suffolk village, a “once-grand gothic house” by the name of Huswyvern is deeply worried. One of only three such magical houses that has a life of its own, Huswyvern is set to belong to orphaned 12-year-old Eglantine when she turns eighteen. In order to survive, the house needs a witch, lest it will fall into the hands of the evil Whistlewitch.
And so, spirited Eglantine turns to Miss Hegotty to help her develop her witchy skills, as does Princess Victoria, for the heir to the throne urgently needs to learn to control her own magic to curtail the unleashing of chaos. Presenting a bubbling cauldron of bravery and friendship, Witchspark is a whirlwind of quirky characters, relatable themes and remarkable magic, marvellously accompanied by Eleonora Asparuhova’s lively illustrations.
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Witchspark Synopsis
Fall under the spell of Witchspark. A magical adventure series perfect for fans of Greenwild, Harry Potter and The Hatmakers.
Eglantine Bury can't find her Witchspark. But if her magic doesn't appear, her family and their magical house will fall into the terrifying clutches of the evil Whistlewitch.
Across the land, Princess Victoria faces her own danger, as her secret magical powers start to spiral out of control and cause chaos in the Royal Palace.
Eglantine and Victoria both turn to the disgraced witch Miss Hegotty for help. Her witch lessons are difficult and powerful, but can this secret magic match up to the dangers these two hopeful witches face?
Two aspiring witches, one unusual teacher, a magical house, and a talking dragon-butler fight for what's right, in this major new series from Dominique Valente the bestselling author of Starfell.
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9781805314998 |
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10th October 2024 |
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Dominique Valente |
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Usborne Publishing Ltd. an imprint of Usborne Publishing |
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Paperback |
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324 pages |
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Witchspark |
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Dominique Valente Press Reviews
‘In a market packed with magical middle-grade, Witchspark stands out because of its quirky, spirited heroines (one of whom has a limb difference), historical-inspired, fantastical plot and the splendid Huswyvern (the magical house) itself.’ - The Bookseller
‘Breathtakingly imaginative and jam-packed with irresistible characters that you'll wish were real, Witchspark is a whirlwind adventure of friendship, hope and high-stakes magic. I recommend children of all ages be bold, be bright and begin reading!’ - Jennifer Bell, author of Magicalia
‘Totally enchanting! The perfect mix of magic & high stakes, belonging & friendship and a house that is definitely part of the family! This new series will have you hoping you have a Witchspark of your own and unable to wait for the next book.’ - Nicola Baker, author of Finding Hope
‘Utterly enchanting. Witchspark swept me away on a journey of magic, adventure and friendship which I did not want to return from.’ - Bex Hogan, author of Isles of Storm and Sorrow
‘A truly magical read. Witchspark is sure to cast a spell over readers. With a scoop of friendship, a dollop of belief and a spark of magic, Witchspark is the perfect read. Dominique Valente has done it again, capturing readers' hearts with her immersive world building and engaging characters. I can't wait to be an ungovernable witch of the Isles!’ - Anneliese Avery, author of The Nightsilver Promise
‘Whimsical, inventive and full of heart - Dominique has such a spark for building wonderful magical worlds and determined characters that readers will adore. And I now want to live in Huswyvern!’ - Harry Woodgate, author of Grandad's Camper
‘If you're fans of Howl's Moving Castle or The Worst Witch, you'll love this book!’ - Maisie Chan, author of Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths
‘Witchspark is everything I could possibly want in a book. Ghibli vibes, Series of Unfortunate Events vibes, Worst Witch vibes. There are so many ingenious ideas that have built such vivid, deliciously gothic images in my mind.’ - Laura Ellen Anderson
‘Witty, warm and wonderfully bold.’ - Elle McNicoll
About Dominique Valente
Dominique Valente is the author of the bestselling Starfell series, and her unique voice and brand of quirky magic has found fans amongst readers and booksellers across the globe. Born in South Africa, she now lives in Suffolk, in a (sadly non-magical) house with her husband and dog.
She writes bestselling women's fiction under her pseudonym, Lily Graham, and is a former journalist for publications like Business Day and Woman & Home.
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