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. Perfect for fans of Percy
Jackson, Curse of the Night Witch is filled with fantasy, action,
adventure, and an unforgettable trio of friends.
A Seventeen.com Most Anticipated Book of Summer!
A Zibby Owens Summer Reading Pick on Good Morning America!
On Emblem Island all are born knowing their fate. Their lifelines show
the course of their life and an emblem dictates how they will spend it.
Tor Luna was born with a leadership emblem, just like his mother. But he
hates his mark and is determined to choose a different path for himself.
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.
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. There is only one way to break the
curse, and it requires a trip to the notorious Night Witch.
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.
You'll love Curse of the Night Witch if you're looking for:
- Multicultural books for children (especially Latinx books)
- Stories based on fascinating mythology
- Your next favorite fantasy series
Debut author Aster takes inspiration from Colombian folklore to craft a
rousing series opener that's both fast-paced and thrilling. 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
Worthy of every magical ounce.--Kirkus Reviews, STARRED review
