Unfamiliar Magic

By Alexander, R. C.

Publishers Summary:
Desi is a witch. And she knows she could be a great witch—if only her mom would teach her any spells. Unfortunately, Desi’s mom is more concerned with keeping them safe and their abilities hidden.When her mom leaves town under mysterious circumstances, it should be Desi’s perfect opportunity to explore magic on her own. But Desi has been left in the care of the most unusual babysitter of all time: her pet cat—also her mom’s familiar—now transformed into a teenage girl named Cat. And Cat has only three goals: Learn how to eat sushi with her new hairless monkey paws, get the awkward boy next door to pay for her sushi, and keep Desi out of trouble. And that means no magic.Yeah, right!This hilarious and high-spirited fantasy is perfect for cat lovers, embattled siblings, and anyone who yearns to find the magic in everyday life.

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ISBN
978-0-37585-854-3
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers


REVIEWS

School Library Journal

Reviewed on April 1, 2010

Gr 5-8 As Desi; her mother, a witch; and their cat are settling into yet another new home, the girl's mother unexpectedly leaves, turning the cat into a teen to stay with Desi. The 12-year-old has never understood why they are always moving and is particularly perplexed by this latest turn of events. Readers will enjoy Desi's attempts to learn magic ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Horn Book Guide

Reviewed on January 1, 2010

In this contemporary-set fantasy, twelve-year-old Desi is a witch, but her mother refuses to teach her any spells. Frustration leads De...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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