Author: Alice Hoffman
Age: 10 and up
Rating: 4 pairs of wings
Alice Hoffman's first novel for middle-grade readers will appeal to children who enjoy magic and mystery, and more sophisticated fairy tales.
Nightbird tells the coming-of-age story of a girl named Twig, who lives in a town called Sidwell that has its very own monster. Twig's family has a secret she must hide, that all started with a curse a witch placed on her family 200 years ago.
This story has a dream-like quality, and may not have enough action for reluctant readers, so I would recommend reading a chapter a night with your child if you think this book may appeal to them.
You might find the story a bit predictable at times, but overall it is a satisfying read for young and old alike who enjoy fairy tales.
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For book-loving moms and dads I'd recommend Alice Hoffman's The Museum of Extraordinary Things
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