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About The Perilous Path

Reach for this book when your child feels the heavy weight of being the responsible sibling or the reliable friend who always has to fix things. It is a whimsical but emotionally grounded fantasy about Clover Twig, a highly organized girl who works for a messy witch. When her baby brother is kidnapped by a wicked sorceress, Clover must navigate a magical path filled with illusions that play on her deepest fears and sense of duty. While the setting is filled with humor and quirky magic, the core of the story explores the bravery required to ask for help and the strength found in sibling bonds. It is perfectly appropriate for elementary readers who enjoy a mix of cozy atmosphere and high stakes adventure. You will choose it to show your child that even the most capable kids deserve support and that mistakes are simply part of the journey toward growing up.