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Violence
Barely any
Mild fantasy peril; some conflict around the persecution of magic users
Language
None
No profanity
Sexual Content
None
No sexual content
Substance Use
None
No substance use
Emotional Intensity
Barely any
Mild tension around Brystal's secret and the danger she faces; the novel's register is warmth and hope
What this book is about
Chris Colfer's middle-grade fantasy follows Brystal Evergreen, who discovers she has magical abilities in a kingdom where witches are persecuted and magic is feared. Colfer writes with warmth and adventure; the story is a clear allegory for LGBTQ+ acceptance as well as a genuinely engaging fantasy. Appropriate for all ages.
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