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First Published:
May 2004, 288 pages
Paperback:
Jun 2005, 448 pages
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Tiffany Aching, a young witch-in-training, learns about magic and responsibility
as she battles a disembodied monster with the assistance of the six-inch-high
Wee Free Men and Mistress Weatherwax, the greatest witch in the world.
Ages 12+
Terry Pratchett is a household name in England where the books in his satirical
Discworld series for adults consistently hit the bestseller lists.
Although not as well known in the USA, his books are becoming increasingly
popular (you can browse a number of them at BookBrowse).
'A Hat Full of Sky' is his second book for children, following the
success of last year's 'The Wee Free Men'. The reviewers rate this
for 12 years or older but our son, 10 years old at the
time, thought it hysterical, even though I know
many of the jokes would have gone straight over his
head!
'By turns hilarious and achingly beautiful, this be
just right. Ages 12+' - Kirkus Reviews.
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