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Synopsis
Longing to fight dragons over taking the advice of various family members, spunky ten-year-old Mirka Herschberg hones her skills in her Orthodox Jewish community before accepting a challenge from a witch to defeat a giant troll.
Is Hereville appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 8 and up.
Hereville features fantasy adventure with a troll battle and witch encounter, all presented in a lighthearted, age-appropriate way. The protagonist's Orthodox Jewish background is woven throughout, offering cultural representation and exploration of family expectations.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Kids will love following spunky Mirka as she defies expectations to pursue her dragon-slaying dreams and takes on magical challenges in her community.