{"product_id":"the-girl-who-kept-the-castle-isbn-9780063229419","title":"The Girl Who Kept the Castle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNevermoor \u003c\/i\u003emeets \u003ci\u003eHowl’s Moving Castle\u003c\/i\u003e in this engaging fantasy—the first in a duology—from acclaimed author Ryan Graudin. Perfect for fans of wizards, dragons, magical castles, spectacular spells, and a spunky cat who may not be what he seems. Now available in paperback!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWizard West was dead for nearly an entire day before he noticed. \u003c\/i\u003eAnd it is up to Faye, the daughter of West’s groundskeeper, to inform the wizard that he is a ghost who has lost all of his magical powers. (But not before the wizard tries transforming her into a cat!) To make matters worse, the enchanted castle of Celurdur—the only home that Faye has ever known—will fall apart at the next full moon if its foundation spells can’t be renewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter (sort of) accepting his demise, West decides to host a competition to choose his successor. Faye finds herself fighting to keep the tournament running smoothly behind the scenes: putting out kitchen fires, feeding the compost dragon, and making sure competitors stay away from the cockatrice pen. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut killer roosters soon become the least of her worries. A servant of the evil Shadow Queen has sabotaged the contest—set on destroying not just Celurdur but the entire kingdom of Solum. It is up to Faye to stop him, but she’ll need more than a mop. Will a maid’s magic be enough to save everything she loves from utter destruction?\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“Graudin offers a heartfelt romp featuring a resourceful heroine and an engrossing setting. Satisfyingly upbeat and all-around entertaining.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Exquisitely charming and outrageously fun, \u003cem\u003eThe Girl Who Kept the Castle \u003c\/em\u003eis the latest spellbinding story from the formidable imagination of Ryan Graudin. Magic and humor dance off the page, and readers looking for a tale of heartwarming adventure and escape won’t be able to put it down.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRoshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of the Aru Shah series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This addicting read is packed with charm, heart, and enchanting characters who will wrap their hands, paws, and claws around your heart and never let go. It is an essential magical read for every young witch and wizard!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJessica Khoury, bestselling author of The Mystwick School of Musicraft\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Everything Ryan Graudin touches turns to magic. She’s the most enchanting writer I know.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAmie Kaufman, New York Times bestselling author of the Elementals trilogy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003cem\u003eThe Girl Who Kept the Castle \u003c\/em\u003ehas it all—an enchanted castle, dead wizard, vegetarian dragon, ancient talking cat, and a bighearted girl determined to save the place she loves. This heartwarming page-turner will thrill fans of fantasy fiction—and all readers!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMary Alice Monroe \u0026amp; Angela May, New York Times bestselling authors of the Islanders series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A whimsical adventure that instantly swept me away! Ryan Graudin has masterfully woven a tale that is incredibly enchanting from the eye-catching first line all the way to the stunning ending!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJulie Abe, author of the Eva Evergreen and Tessa Miyata series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Descriptions of magic imbue the story with life. The book replicates the whimsy and subtle feminism of Hayao Miyazaki’s work. Bursting with empathy and magical delights.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This fantastic duology starter conjures a world full of magic, mystery, and merriment, and wonderful world building puts readers in the thick of it. An utterly enchanting escapade with the promise of bigger adventures to come.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Marvelous. An enchanting middle grade fantasy and excellent start to this adventurous duology.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Sharp and clever. This duology opener offers plenty of resolution, while also leaving whole swaths of storylines wide open for the second volume; readers will likely eagerly anticipate seeing what Faye will do next.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quill Tree Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44890649034981,"sku":"NP9780063229419","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780063229419.jpg?v=1730233765","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-girl-who-kept-the-castle-isbn-9780063229419","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}