THE HOTEL WITCH BY JESSICA MILLER

Sibyl’s grandmother is the hotel witch at The Grand Mirror Hotel and Sibyl is her apprentice. Together they help the hotel and its guests wherever they are needed. They clean shoes and windows, help pastries rise, set tables and help guests when they have lost something or need more room in their suitcases.

Sibyl’s mother is away on very important business in the Black Mountains, but she always writes interesting letters and visits when she can. Grandma instructs Sibyl, and on a daily basis must remind her that letting her mind wander or to daydream while casting spells can only lead to failure. Sibyl can’t help dreaming and thinking about possible case scenarios.

When Grandma disappears on the mysterious thirteenth floor of the hotel and objects begin to lose their shadows, Sibyl must try and solve the problem herself. With the help of her best friend Ahmed and a talking cat, Sibyl tries to fix the problem before it’s too late.

Jessica Miller has given readers a magical narrative full of wonderful characters. Sibyl’s struggle with concentrating and trying not to worry about things, are traits many can sympathise with. Her journey from young apprentice to confident sorcerer is beautifully played out against a backdrop of great imagination. The themes of family, believing in yourself, perseverance and bravery in times of trouble, are explored in this fun adventure.

For Ages: 9+ years

Number of Pages: 288

Published: March 2023 Text

Themes: Resilience, family and believing in yourself.

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