This is the first book in the exciting series Witch in Training by
the award-winning author Maeve Friel. It's aimed particularly at
girls but will be enjoyed by all young readers who are fascinated
by the world of magic. Written with humour and simplicity, the
story is well paced. It opens with an intriguing glimpse at Miss
Strega's strange shop, hidden in the shadows. All manner of
peculiar and ancient objects litter the shop window, sending most
children hurrying away. But on October 31st - Jessica's tenth
birthday - she is virtually blown into the shop. To her
astonishment, Miss Strega has a broom waiting for her and knows
that this is her birthday. In fact she knows more about Jessica
than the girl herself. For Jessica is a witch and about to
experience her first flying lesson. She must learn all the
intricate workings of the magical broom before progressing to the
finer points, such as moon-vaulting and star-falling, and
contending with the many hazards of the air - like goblins and
joy-riding dragons. With the valiant Miss Strega at her side,
Jessica learns to harness the broom's power while enjoying many
adventures. For any child who has longed to fly (and who hasn't?)
there is all the exhilaration of journeying through the air,
coupled with exciting adventures far above the ground. Packed with
fast-moving action and humour, this is an entertaining read that
children will love. Ages 6-10 (Kirkus UK)
The first title in a new series of magical books for younger
readers, by Irish author Maeve Friel. On Jessica's tenth birthday
she discovers she is a young witch...Launch title of Roaring Good
Reads series. The first in a new series of magical books for
younger readers, by Irish author, Maeve Friel. Jessica thinks she
is an ordinary ten-year-old girl but by the end of this first book,
she is on the way to becoming a very bright young witch! When she
sees the broomstick for sale outside Miss Strega's hardware shop,
Jessica is intrigued. for on the price label it also says: Flying
Lessons Extra. Jessica can't resist peeking inside the shop and
ends up beginning her first lesson in witchcraft. Jessica learns
that there is more to learn about flying a broomstick than meets
the eye. First, you have to use the branches as gears - so the
twigs must be in front of you, not behind you as every other witchy
book show. The foremost twigs are for twirling, zooming, spinning,
ducking, diving, moon-vaulting, and star falling. The Eject twig,
is for getting rid of unwanted hangers on, Goblins, dragons - any
sort of pest that tries to hitch a ride. Join Jess as she works
towards her Flying Certificate and becomes a GASP of BR[EATH] in
order words, a Graduate Airborne Spinner of Broom Riders [Earth and
the Heavens]! Launch title in the Roaring Good Reads younger
fiction promotion from Collins to be launched this month.
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