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Description
Like all her brothers and sisters, Millicent has received a special gift from her magical family, but she quickly learns that a gift can also be a burden.
Quick Summary
If you've got a kid who loves stories about magic families and figuring out who you really are, this one's for them. Millicent gets a special gift just like her siblings, but instead of feeling like the luckiest kid ever, she quickly discovers that having power can be tricky and sometimes even a little scary especially when other people have expectations about how you should use it. The story has that perfect mix of humor and heart that keeps middle graders turning pages, and the magic feels grounded enough that kids can really picture themselves in her shoes. It's got some tension and moments that might make sensitive readers a bit anxious, but nothing too intense just enough to keep things exciting without crossing into nightmare territory. Fans of books like the Septimus Heap series or Roald Dahl's work with magical families will find a lot to love here, and the whole "great power, great responsibility" theme gives parents plenty to talk about afterward. At around 55,000 words it's substantial enough to feel like a real accomplishment when finished, but the pacing keeps things moving so reluctant readers won't get bogged down.