by Alice Hoffman
Wendy Lamb Books
March 2015
Accurately described as for middle grade readers, this story of Twig and how her family heals and coalesces makes for a solid story of finding oneself.
What's different about this book
The story is set in realistic New England town, but there's a touch of magic in the mix. Agnes Early was a witch from that town, and somehow she and her true love got separated -- and Twig's family was cursed. Somehow through all the story telling, the author manages to weave Twig's story and life into an intriguing tapestry. The latter part of the book sometimes feels put together hodge-podge style, as if certain elements needed to resolve the story weren't thought of until well into the writing. But the final effect is a satisfying, if not too-perfect, ending for all.
What I'll do now that I've read it
This will be a good book for my middle-grade readers. There's magic that will appeal to some, aviary science to hook others, and a mystery to solve for everyone. A family that comes together makes it a happy read as well.
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