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A review by ejarvis996
City of Stolen Magic by Nazneen Ahmed Pathak
4.0
I will be requesting that our school library buy a copy of this title immediately!
This is a charming children's book (one that I loved even as an adult!) about Chompa a young girl who has magical abilities but whose mother has blocked her powers due to fears that she may be hunted for her powers.
One day Chompas mother is taken by these men - British "scientists" who wish to rid the world of magic. She must embark on an adventure to find her mother and learn more about her own power.
The story is set in Colonial India/Britain and subtly introduces the reader to the idea of colonisation and power without being preachy. Lends itself beautifully to discussions on these topics - an important part of both countries' history.
This is a charming children's book (one that I loved even as an adult!) about Chompa a young girl who has magical abilities but whose mother has blocked her powers due to fears that she may be hunted for her powers.
One day Chompas mother is taken by these men - British "scientists" who wish to rid the world of magic. She must embark on an adventure to find her mother and learn more about her own power.
The story is set in Colonial India/Britain and subtly introduces the reader to the idea of colonisation and power without being preachy. Lends itself beautifully to discussions on these topics - an important part of both countries' history.