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Greenwitch

The Dark is Rising sequence
By Susan Cooper
Series: A Puffin Book
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Greenwitch by Susan Cooper, part of the Dark is Rising Sequence, follows the journey of a young girl named Jane as she visits Trewissick, where a mysterious, ancient rite known as the Greenwitch ceremony takes place. Jane, alongside her brothers and their ally Will Stanton, confronts mythical forces and learns the significance of empathy and understanding. Rich in Celtic folklore, the story weaves together dark magic and the light of friendship and courage.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate enchanting tales where myth and magic intermingle with the present. It is particularly appealing if you are drawn to stories that explore folklore, teamwork, and the hidden powers of the ancient world, set against an atmospheric coastal backdrop.

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The third haunting, magical book in the classic The Dark is Rising sequence.

In their desperate quest to find the grail, stolen by the forces of the Dark, the Drew children have returned to Trewissick. One night, in a strange ceremony, Jane watches the village women construct the Greenwitch—an ancient offering to the sea. Overcome by the Greenwitch's power, Jane makes a perilous wish—one that will tip the balance in the ongoing struggle between good and evil.

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Greenwitch by Susan Cooper is praised for its blend of fantasy, mythology, and folklore, capturing the imagination of young readers. Reviewers appreciate the atmospheric setting and the intricately woven plot that seamlessly combines adventure and mystery. The character development, especially the depiction of strong female protagonists, is often highlighted.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241377109

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 November 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 153g

Pages: 208

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Series: A Puffin Book Susan Cooper Young Adult

About the Author

Susan Cooper is a world-renowned author of children's books. Born and brought up in England, she worked as a journalist before moving to America, where she now lives. Her classic The Dark Is Rising sequence has won the Newbery Medal and was twice shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal. Her Boggart titles have won the Scottish Arts Council Children's Book Award and been shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and the Smarties Prize. King of Shadows was also shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal. As well as writing novels, Susan Cooper has written for the theatre and for television. Her website is at www.thelostland.com and her Facebook is at www.facebook.com/SusanCooperFanPage

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