An Award-Winning Middle Grade Fantasy of Living Book Characters, Literary Magic, and Villains
Twelve-year-old Meggie Folchart lives among stacks of books with her father, Mo, a quiet bookbinder. Meggie learns that Mo possesses "Silvertongue"—a rare gift that brings fictional characters out of printed pages and into the real world whenever he reads aloud, an ability that accidentally trapped Meggie's mother inside the novel Inkheart years ago. When the ruthless villain Capricorn and his fire-breathing henchman Dustfinger track down Mo to force him to read out dangerous monsters, Meggie and her father flee across Northern Italy to confront the book's eccentric author, Fenoglio, and stop Capricorn's reign of terror.
Why You’ll Love This Book
Cornelia Funke crafts an imaginative fantasy novel celebrating the magic of storytelling and the written word. Rich with literary intrigue, dangerous villains, and brave family bonds, this middle-grade classic is ideal for fans of Harry Potter, The Chronicles of Narnia, and Percy Jackson.
Pair this book with Magical Butterfly Pea Flower Tea
Watch little eyes light up as the magic unfolds! The special butterfly pea flowers brew into a captivating blue infusion. Then, add a squeeze of lemon or lime and gasp as it magically transforms into vibrant pinks and purples right before your eyes! Beneath the color-changing fun lies a delightful harmony of sweet berries (like strawberries and raspberries), fragrant florals, and gentle citrus notes from lemongrass and lemon peel. It’s a feast for the senses and a wonderfully fun way to make any gathering feel extra special.
