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In High Norland, adjacent to Ingary (Howl's Moving Castle), Charmain Baker becomes guardian of her great-uncle's house. She and his apprentice are challenged by angry kobolds and a malicious lubbock, but Charmain uses her library assistant experience to face the threats. Jones's comic pacing and wit are amply evident. Enchantress Sophie and Wizard Howl make a short appearance.
Reviewer: Deirdre F. Baker
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
May, 2008