The Girl Who Drank The Moon (N)

Literary awards - Newbery Medal (2017), Locus Award Nominee for Best Young Adult Book (2017), Texas Bluebonnet Award Nominee (2018), Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (2018), Andre Norton Award Nominee (2016), William Allen White Children's Book Award Nominee (2019), NCTE Charlotte Huck Honor Book (2017).

Dive into the enchanting world of a No. 1 New York Times Bestseller and Newbery Medal recipient. This captivating tale unfolds in the mystical realm of the Protectorate, where an annual ritual involves offering a baby to a seemingly malevolent witch in the nearby forest. However, the witch named Xan proves to be anything but wicked; she resides with a sagacious Swamp Monster and a Tiny Dragon, living a benevolent existence.

Xan's purpose is to rescue the abandoned infants, delivering them safely to caring families on the far side of the forest. Guided by the gentle illumination of starlight, this process ensures their well-being. Yet, a peculiar turn of events occurs when Xan unintentionally imparts a baby with moonlight instead of starlight, endowing the child with extraordinary powers. Named Luna, the girl becomes Xan's responsibility to raise.

As Luna's thirteenth birthday approaches, her magical abilities surge, leading to unforeseen consequences. Simultaneously, a determined young man from the Protectorate sets out to liberate his people by eliminating the witch. Mysterious birds take flight with unclear intentions, while an ancient volcano stirs beneath the surface. Amidst this tapestry of events, a woman with the heart of a tiger embarks on her own quest.

Recipient of the prestigious Newbery Medal, this narrative comes from the acclaimed author of "The Witch's Boy," promising a rich and layered storytelling experience.