Books Like Sugar and Spite
Families who loved Sugar and Spite by Gail D. Villanueva often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Sugar and Spite by Gail D. Villanueva often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
"Sugar and Spite" tells the story of Jolina, a young girl who is relentlessly bullied by Claudine. Desperate for relief, Jolina, still in training with her arbularyo grandfather, uses a forbidden love potion, gayuma, to turn her tormentor into a devoted friend. While the immediate bullying stops, the story quickly delves into the ethical implications and consequences of manipulating another person's feelings. The magic demands payment, manifesting as a powerful storm, forcing Jolina to confront her actions and learn about true friendship, empathy, and integrity. This chapter book is suitable for independent readers aged 8-11 and can be a compelling read-aloud for slightly younger children, sparking important discussions about bullying, revenge, and making amends.
