Snapdragon
Books | Juvenile Fiction / Comics & Graphic Novels / Fantasy
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Kat Leyh
Discover the strange magic within yourself in Kat Leyh's enchanting graphic novel, Snapdragon.Snap's town had a witch. At least, that's how the rumor goes. But in reality, Jacks is just a crocs-wearing, internet-savvy old lady who sells roadkill skeletons online—after doing a little ritual to put their spirits to rest. It's creepy, sure, but Snap thinks it's kind of cool, too.They make a deal: Jacks will teach Snap how to take care of the baby opossums that Snap rescued, and Snap will help Jacks with her work. But as Snap starts to get to know Jacks, she realizes that Jacks may in fact have real magic—and a mysterious connection to Snap's family's past.Kat Leyh's Snapdragon is a spellbinding contemporary fantasy exploring themes of friendship, family secrets, and self-discovery. This beautifully illustrated magical realist tale will captivate readers of all ages who believe in the power of being true to yourself.
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Author
Kat Leyh
Pages
240
Publisher
First Second
Published Date
2020-02-04
ISBN
1250776341 9781250776341
Ratings
Google: 5
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"Such a cute book "
Elle Gutierrez
"Loved reading this! Very entertaining and I loved the LGBTQIA+ representation 🏳️🌈❤️"
Laurie
"THANK YOU to which ever one of you lovelies recommended this. It was adorable, as I suspected, and I loved all the characters."
Jordan
"This book was not only beautifully written but beautifully drawn. The story is fuffiling and the characters are lovely. I’ve shown this book to so many people! "
Pancho P.
"It’s a very good book about magic and trans thing and I really like it. I think the development with the “witch” was very well paced and realistic 5/5."
Walker Hallow
"The art felt a little uneven in places, but the story more than made up for it."
Ricki Marking-Camuto
"My new favorite read of all time!! I am not even kidding when I say that. It is SO GOOD!"
Vee
"I just finished reading, and this book was amazing. I feel like it can show what it’s like to be a little independent and/or alone."
Laila Frazier
"I loved the representation and the way characters were portrayed! It's an amazing book and I hope you liked it too"
Lisset Maravilla
"I really adored this graphic novel! It's so heart warming and deals with some topics that I wish more middle grade books featured. Snaps relationship with all of the people around her just makes me smile and I think this will be a staple graphic novel in my house. Love love love it!"
Renee Delcourt
