“The magic in that country was so thick and tenacious that it settled over the land like chalk-dust and over floors and shelves like slightly sticky plaster-dust. (Housecleaners in that country earned unusually good wages.) If you lived in that country, you had to de-scale your kettle of its encrustation of magic at least once a week, because if you didn't, you might find yourself pouring hissing snakes or pond slime into your teapot instead of water.”
Spindle's End is a captivating fantasy novel that weaves a tale of magic, intrigue, and adventure. Set in a world where the fabric of reality is woven by the hands of powerful beings known as Spinners, the story follows a young protagonist on a quest to unravel the secrets of their world and the mysterious forces that threaten to unravel it all. more
Robin McKinley is an American children's literature author known for her modern interpretations of myths and legends. Her works, rich in imagination and deep emotion, have won the hearts of readers worldwide. more
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