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Synopsis
Kat Stephenson may have inherited her mother’s magical talents, but not everyone in the Order of the Guardians is ready to accept her. When she is tricked into losing her temper in front of the most powerful Guardian in England, she finds herself expelled without a single magic lesson. After a devastating accusation shatters her sister Angeline’s romance, their stepmama whisks the family away to the fashionable city of Bath and orders Angeline to find a new fiancé. But as Angeline plays a dangerous game with a scandalous rake, their brother, Charles, tumbles headlong into danger…and Bath’s wild magic gets ready to explode. With more than one life at stake, will Kat’s untrained magic be enough to reunite Angeline with her true love, conquer the danger at Bath, and prove she truly has what it takes to be a Guardian?
Is A Tangle of Magicks appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A lighthearted magical adventure set in Regency England with mild peril and family conflict. Perfect for middle-grade readers who enjoy strong female protagonists navigating social expectations and magical challenges.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include family conflict.
Who'll love this
Kat's untrained magic and determination to protect her family while navigating stuffy Guardian rules makes for an exciting, fast-paced adventure with heart.