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Wintersmith

Terry Pratchett, Paul Kidby (2006)

SubgenreChildren's Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages360 (Standard (250-400))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age10
Goodreads4.25/5 (68407)

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

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Synopsis

Tiffany Aching accidentally starts to transform into an anthropomorphic representation of Summer, due to her being unable to resist a good dance, meanwhile the Wintersmith is looking for his destined Mrs who happens to be.... uh oh! Wintersmith is the third title in an exuberant series crackling with energy and humour. It follows The Wee Free Men and Hat Full of Sky.

Is Wintersmith appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

A witty, whimsical fantasy where a young witch accidentally attracts the attention of a personified Winter. Contains Pratchett's signature humor, mild peril, and themes of growing up and responsibility. No violence beyond magical mishaps.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Kids will love Tiffany's magical misadventures as she tries to fix her accidental romance with an elemental being while learning more about witch magic.

Tags

Humorous FantasyWitch SchoolBritish FantasyDiscworld