by Deva Fagan (Author)
"Clever, fast-paced fantasy punctuated with surprising twists and plenty of girl power." --Kirkus Reviews
"Full of fierce girls, fabulously fun magic, humor, and so much heart. I loved it " --Stephanie Burgis, author of The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart and Kat, Incorrigible
A young wizard's apprentice discovers that the best magic is not the biggest or the brightest, but the magic unique to you, in this cinematic middle grade fantasy in the tradition of Kiki's Delivery Service and The School for Good and Evil. Antonia may not be the most powerful wizard the world has ever seen, but she's worked hard to win her place as apprentice to renowned sorcerer Master Betrys. Unfortunately, even her best dancing turnip charm might not be enough when Moppe, the scullery maid, turns out to be a magical prodigy. Now that Betrys has taken Moppe on as a second apprentice, Antonia's path to wizarding just got a bit more complicated.
But when Betrys is accused of treason, Antonia and Moppe are forced to go on the run. To prove their master's innocence--and their own--the rivals must become allies. As their island province teeters on the brink of rebellion, they'll face ancient spells, vengeful mermaids, voice-stealing forests, and one insatiable sea monster.
Author Biography
Deva Fagan writes fantasy and science fiction for kids, teens, and adults. She lives in Maine with her husband and her dog. When she's not writing, she spends her time reading, doing geometry, playing video games, hiking, and drinking copious amounts of tea. She is the author of Rival Magic, Fortune's Folly, The Magical Misadventures of Prunella Bogthistle, Circus Galacticus, Nightingale, and The Mirrorwood. You can find her online at DevaFagan.com.
Number of Pages: 320
Dimensions: 0.9 x 7.8 x 5.3 IN
Publication Date: April 20, 2021
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Rival Magic
Interest Level: Middle Grades, 4-8
Reading Level: 4.8
Point Value: 10
