First published 2009
Thaddeus Blinn drifts into the magical town of Coven Tree with an unusual offer. For just fifty cents, this unremarkable little man claims he can grant any wish. The townspeople know magic well. Their community takes its name from the twisted tree where witch covens once met. Imps and fiends regularly terrorize residents with wicked tricks. These supernatural beings usually reveal themselves through telltale odors, sounds, or movements that expose their evil origins. But Blinn displays none of these warning signs. He seems harmless enough, just another peculiar stranger with wild stories. The residents see no reason to fear this odd visitor. That changes once people start making wishes and discovering the true cost of getting exactly what they asked for.
Genres: fantasy, supernatural, magic
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: be-careful-what-you-wish-for, fish-out-of-water
Setting: Coven Tree
192 pages · ebook · HarperCollins Publishers