Mrs. Franchy's Evil Ring and the Six Months That Changed Everything - Hardcover

by Johanny Ortega (Author), Vijendra Singh Vesle (Illustrator)

At nine years old, Isla Delgado has already endured more than her fair share of trauma. When she's sent to live with her dad and his new wife for six months, her anxiety spirals. Convinced her stepmom is an evil witch, Isla is determined to uncover the truth.

But as she digs deeper, Isla starts to realize that not everything is as it seems. Could the woman she fears be someone entirely different?

Mrs. Franchy's Evil Ring and the Six Months that Changed Everything is a heartfelt tale about family, trust, and the courage to confront fears. With a blend of warmth, humor, and cultural richness, this story offers young readers a relatable journey of self-discovery, resilience, and the power of empathy.

Winner of the 2024 BookFest Award for Children's Multicultural Stories and second place winner for Children's Social Theme Stories.