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Nerissa appears to have been destroyed, and Irma, Taranee, Cornelia, and Hay Lin think they have nothing to worry about. Dubious, Will seeks advice from an unlikely source, but this moment of weakness has horrible results in the end. Book #20
Quick Summary
For kids who love stories about magical friend groups and the responsibility that comes with powers, this installment picks up with Irma, Taranko, Cornelia, and Hay Lin after what they thought was a triumphant ending. Things get complicated when Will, trying to help, seeks advice from an unreliable source, and their moment of doubt leads to real consequences that the whole team has to face together. It strikes a nice balance between exciting magical showdowns and the kind of emotional growth that makes you think about your own choices. Fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender or graphic novel series like Amulet will find familiar territory here. Parents can expect some creepy tension and mild peril, but the story stays focused on teamwork, trust, and learning from mistakes. At around 22,000 words, it moves at a quick pace that keeps middle graders turning pages.