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When nine-year-old Paige's mother is hospitalized and a new baby brother is on the way, she faces a birthday without a party and an unsettling stay at her step-grandmother's spooky house. All her worries begin to fade when a magical puppy named Storm appears. Together, Paige and Storm navigate her family challenges while keeping his true magical identity hidden. This animal fantasy story is book five in the Magic Kitten series.
Quick Summary
Nine-year-old Paige is feeling overwhelmed when her mom is in the hospital and a new baby is on the way, and the thought of staying at her step-grandmother's spooky house makes everything even weirder until a fluffy, electric-blue puppy named Storm appears and suddenly turns the old mansion into an adventure playground. The magic of Storm helps Paige face her worries, solve a few creepy riddles around the house, and even get a surprise birthday celebration together. It's perfect for readers who love a mix of gentle mystery and animal-friendship stories, especially kids who are dealing with big feelings like change or worry. Parents will appreciate that the spooky parts are more silly than scary, and the story gently teaches that talking about fears can make them shrink. If your kid liked the cozy magic in Magic Puppy or the heartfelt problem-solving in The Dog Who Saved the Day, they'll likely enjoy this one too.