MAGIC AWRY BY SARAH ARMSTRONG

Magic Awry is the next instalment in Sarah Armstrong’s Big Magic series. This time, Tulsi is faced with an even bigger dilemma. Something is disturbing the flow of magic for both her and her mother, and Tulsi must go to a parallel universe to try and find a way to return things to normal.

Tulsi travels with her best friend Kit. He is desperate to see his father in a different universe – one where he hasn’t died. When they arrive, they are met by Efa who is there to help them. In this world, Efa and her mother Carys, believe Tulsi is “The Bringer” or the Chosen One. But something is wrong in this universe too. Nature is damaged and bad things are happening all over the countryside. Trees and animals in great numbers are dying as the magic is draining away.

In this universe, Tulsi’s grandmother Sylvie, has taken control and is seeking power over all magicians. Even though Tulsi had taken away Sylvie’s magic powers only three months ago, she has a strong following. Sylvie needs Tulsi to give her powers back so she can have total control.

Can Tulsi and the magicians this universe stop Sylvie and her band of followers from destroying nature? Will she be able to save Kit? And who exactly is the next Bringer?

Sarah Armstrong’s novel is an action packed, page turning adventure. Tulsi is a character built on different emotions and everyday worries that easily align with middle grade readers. Her friendship and loyalty to Kit and those around her are strong and engaging. The themes of caring for the environment and the connectivity of all living things runs through the novel in a way that weaves in beautifully with a story of friendship, ethics and a way of understanding our place in the universe.

 For Ages: 9 – 13 years

Number of Pages: 288

Published: July 2023 Hardie Grant

Themes: Environment, friendship and sacrifice.

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