Mari and her brother Jakob have been led away from Hamelin town by the enchanting music of the Pied Piper. Through a hidden portal in the mountain, they find themselves in a magical wonderland, which is as dangerous as it is beautiful.
In her mesmerizing novel, Wild Magic, Cat Weatherhill enriches and expands the age-old story of the Pied Piper. The story has 3 points of view: Marianna and her disabled brother, Jakob, who can’t keep up with the others and becomes, at least briefly, the only Hamelin child not trapped inside the Hill. And finally Finn, the Piper. We learn he is half human, half elf, and has been cursed to turn into a beast whenever the moon is full. His salvation can only come from a child with special powers.
Classic fantasy themes like loyalty, transformation, and sacrifice are part of this interesting book. The changing perspectives made for a well-rounded story, giving the reader a chance to experience the struggles each character faced. While I think Wild Magic could be enjoyed equally by boys and girls, the cover (which is gorgeous), appeals much more to girls.
- Posted by Cori