Recommended Age:
9
+
Best for independent readers who enjoy immersive, character-driven fantasy with imaginative elements and adventurous storytelling.
About the Book
On the day Mibs Beaumont turns thirteen, she should be discovering her magical savvy—the unique power every Beaumont child receives at that age—but her father is in a coma after a car accident, and Mibs is convinced her new power can save him if she can just get to the hospital in time. A warm, inventive, and beautifully written novel about family, magic, and the courage to go after what matters. A Newbery Honor book.
Content Ratings
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Mild Themes
The fear of a parent dying, the helplessness of loving someone who is hurt, and the discovery that one's magical power may not be what one hoped are handled with warmth and emotional honesty.
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No Violence
No violence. A family crisis and a bus journey create emotional tension.
Engagement:
Genre:
Fantasy
Published:
2008
Page Count:
342
