'Worthy of every magical ounce.'- Kirkus Reviews, STARRED review As her protagonists face off against a host of horrors, they learn the value of friendship and explore the possibility of changing one's fate in a world where destiny is predetermined.'- Publishers Weekly, STARRED review 'Debut author Aster takes inspiration from Colombian folklore to craft a rousing series opener that's both fast-paced and thrilling. Multicultural books for children (especially Latinx books).You'll love Curse of the Night Witch if you're looking for: With only his village's terrifying, ancient stories as a guide, and his two friends Engle and Melda by his side, Tor must travel across unpredictable Emblem Island, filled with wicked creatures he only knows through myths, in a race against his dwindling lifeline. There is only one way to break the curse, and it requires a trip to the notorious Night Witch. The next morning Tor wakes up to discover a new marking on his skin…the symbol of a curse that has shortened his lifeline, giving him only a week before an untimely death. So, on the annual New Year's Eve celebration, where Emblemites throw their wishes into a bonfire in the hopes of having them granted, Tor wishes for a different power. But he hates his mark and is determined to choose a different path for himself. Tor Luna was born with a leadership emblem, just like his mother.

Their lifelines show the course of their life and an emblem dictates how they will spend it. On Emblem Island all are born knowing their fate. Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson, Curse of the Night Witch is filled with fantasy, action, adventure, and an unforgettable trio of friends.Ī Most Anticipated Book of Summer!Ī Zibby Owens Summer Reading Pick on Good Morning America! From #BookTok phenomenon and author of the highly anticipated YA fantasy novel, Lightlark, this fast-paced series starter is steeped in Colombian mythology and full of adventure.

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