13 Curses

Michelle Harrison's '13 Curses' is a captivating fantasy adventure for middle-grade readers, following the journey of Molly Pecksniff, an orphan who discovers she is afflicted by thirteen magical curses. To break free, Molly must venture into a secret, dangerous world populated by fairies, both benevolent and malevolent, and confront the source of her predicament. The book explores themes of bravery, self-discovery, and the fight between good and evil, making it an engaging read for children ready for a longer, more complex narrative. Parents should be aware of some mild peril and scary scenes related to the curses and magical threats.