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Synopsis
The Magyk Begins HereSeptimus Heap, the seventh son of the seventh son, disappears the night he is born, pronounced dead by the midwife. That same night, the baby's father, Silas Heap, comes across an abandoned child in the snow -- a newborn girl with violet eyes. The Heaps take her into their home, name her Jenna, and raise her as their own. But who is this mysterious baby girl, and what really happened to their beloved son Septimus?
Is Septimus Heap appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 9 and up.
Middle grade fantasy with magical adventure, mild peril, and mystery. No violence beyond fantasy conflict, no romance, appropriate language throughout.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death of child and abandonment.
Who'll love this
Kids will love the magical world, the mystery of swapped identities, and the warm family dynamics in this enchanting adventure.