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The Ragwitch

Garth Nix

Ages 10–15

Readers rate it 3.2 (14 on Hardcover)

13 pages · Released Mar 2, 2010

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The Ragwitch is a dark fantasy adventure with moderate peril and scary imagery, but the core story celebrates sibling loyalty and courage. Violence and frightening content are present but not graphic, making it suitable for older middle-grade and young teen readers who enjoy darker fantasy. The emotional stakes—fighting for a sibling's soul—are high, but the narrative rewards bravery and determination.

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From Garth Nix, the author of the New York Times bestselling Old Kingdom series, comes a classic fantasy set in a world dominated by the Ragwitch, a being of sinister, destructive intent. Quiet, easygoing Paul never expected to be cast in the role of savior. But his strong-willed sister, Julia, has come under the thral... From Garth Nix, the author of the New York Times bestselling Old Kingdom series, comes a classic fantasy set in a world dominated by the Ragwitch, a being of sinister, destructive intent. Quiet, easygoing Paul never expected to be cast in the role of savior. But his strong-willed sister, Julia, has come under the thrall of the Ragwitch, and Paul himself is drawn not only into the creature's world but into a battle for Julia's very existence—as well as his own.

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  • Young Adult Fiction
  • Fantasy
  • Young Adult
  • Adventure
  • FICTION/Fantasy / Contemporary
  • YOUNG ADULT FICTION/Fantasy / General
  • YOUNG ADULT FICTION/Horror
  • Juvenile Fiction
  • Science Fiction
  • Fiction
  • Child and youth fiction
  • Science fiction, fantasy, horror

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ISBN 9780062003140 · Harper Collins