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knbee's review
3.0
This book was calling to me from the shelf. Charming illustrations, a witch-infested village, an overall vintage feel- sign me up! I read this and the second of the series and will continue as they are published. They're not mind-blowing but definitely enjoyable.
readingthroughtheages's review
3.0
I enjoyed this book enough, but the end is so open... I'm forced to read more of the books!
I think if you give young readers a bit of a background - how the setting is different. Maybe read the end notes to kids first to give them a sense of 1800s Italy. And give them a really good summary.
I'm interested in finding out how this series does with readers.
I think if you give young readers a bit of a background - how the setting is different. Maybe read the end notes to kids first to give them a sense of 1800s Italy. And give them a really good summary.
I'm interested in finding out how this series does with readers.
desirosie's review
3.0
The first of a random series I found at the library. Based on early 19th century Italian legends.
January 2022.
January 2022.
sean67's review
3.0
First entry in series for young people with witches etc lurking around the place and all the usual plot lines you would expect running through the pages. Nothing remarkable but a diverting entertaining light hearted story - perfectly fine for a rainy day.
nikimarion's review
3.0
A Strega Nona-like (set in Italy, where superstition and magical mischief rule) early chapter book with a set of protagonist cousins. Feels like a classic, a la HALF MAGIC or FIVE CHILDREN AND IT, with more illustrations and an easier reading level
elfeeza's review
5.0
Interesting storyline. I enjoyed the authors' writing style. It reads like a fairytale to me. I would recommend this book to my students especially the one who likes a bit of mystery and horror. This book isn't that horrific but it is after all a story of witches and strange happenings in a little town of Benevento.
margothere's review against another edition
4.0
Reads like a folktale, illustrations are wonderful, and feels in hand like a treasure book. Would be great to read and discuss in small group. Wish I had all the series in hand!
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