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296 pp.
| Holt |
March, 2013 |
TradeISBN 978-0-8050-9324-7$16.99
(3)
4-6
Illustrated by
Yoko Tanaka.
After almost being cooked by their local witch, siblings Connie and Sol hastily leave town. Unfortunately, they run into the forest domain of the ancient witch Monique--and a hunter who specializes in targeting runaway children. The narrative's dark humor, enhanced by moody black-and-white illustrations, creates a satisfyingly eerie atmosphere for the adventures of two daring and quick-witted children to unfold.