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Synopsis
What if Mirabel and her sisters had to leave the Encanto? A magical addition to the New York Times bestselling Twisted Tale series about Disney’s Encanto. Mirabel’s worst fear is confirmed—she is responsible for the faltering powers of the Familia Madrigal. Guilt-ridden and feuding with her sisters, Mirabel decides to save the magic herself. Sure, she may be the only gift-less member of her family, but she knows she can put their crumbling pieces back together again. Unfortunately, Mirabel’s youngest cousin, Antonio, beats her to it. He overhears Tío Bruno’s vision and does the unthinkable—leaves the Encanto to find a solution. Terrified of what could happen outside the safety of their home, Mirabel has no other choice but recruit Strong Luisa and Perfect Isabela to help find their baby cousin. But what starts as a rescue mission turns into a magical quest with a band of brothers whose family has a deep secret connection to theirs. And soon, Mirabel learns that missing cousins and disappearing gifts may be just the beginning of their problems….
Is Waiting on a Miracle: A Twisted Tale appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
This Disney-inspired fantasy adventure features siblings on a rescue quest outside their magical home, with mild peril and family conflict but no violence, romance, or language concerns. Perfect for middle grade readers who loved Encanto.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include anxiety and abandonment.
Who'll love this
Fans of Encanto will love following Mirabel, Luisa, and Isabela on a magical quest to save their cousin and discover family secrets.