First published 2011
In the Kingdom of Hereford, the power of magic has lucrative potential. Greedy King Snodd IV appoints the scheming sorcerer Blix to harness this power for his own gain. But one person stands in their way: Jennifer Strange, a young apprentice at the last remaining House of Enchantment. As Blix and the king tighten their grip, Jennifer must use her wits and burgeoning magical abilities to protect the kingdom's freedom. In a high-stakes clash of sorcery and ambition, the future of Hereford hangs in the balance.
Genres: fiction, adventure, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
Setting: Hereford, Kingdom of Hereford
290 pages · Paperback · Hodder and Stoughton Ltd.