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120 pp.
| Greenwillow |
February, 2012 |
TradeISBN 978-0-06-207511-6$15.99
(2)
1-3
Illustrated by
Paul O. Zelinsky.
Bossy Earwig is not your typical orphan in distress. She's adopted by an unpleasant witch and a nine-foot-tall fire-demon but takes advantage of the situation and learns magic to outwit the witch. This early chapter book features a nonstop plot, memorable characters, an accessible design, and plentiful line illustrations. A worthy introduction to the delights of a master fantasy writer.