The Hidden Witch: A Graphic Novel (The Witch Boy Trilogy #2) (Paperback)
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Staff Reviews
A pitch-perfect sequel to Molly's The Witch Boy. The new characters we meet are instantly likable and relatable. The themes of the previous graphic novel are explored in greater depth as the consequences of Aster's magical talents seep out into the larger world they inhabit. People can change for the better and old wounds can be healed— no-one is irredeemable.
— ParkeDescription
From the creator of the acclaimed graphic novel The Witch Boy comes a new adventure set in the world of magic and shapeshifting -- and ordinary kids just trying to make friends.Aster and his family are adjusting to his unconventional talent for witchery; unlike the other boys in his family, he isn't a shapeshifter. He's taking classes with his grandmother and helping to keep an eye on his great-uncle whose corrupted magic wreaked havoc on the family. Meanwhile, Aster's friend from the non-magical part of town, Charlie, is having problems of her own -- a curse has tried to attach itself to her. She runs to Aster and escapes it, but now the friends must find the source of the curse before more people -- normal and magical alike -- get hurt.
About the Author
Molly Knox Ostertag is the acclaimed ABA Indies and New York Times bestselling graphic novel author-illustrator of The Girl from the Sea and the Witch Boy trilogy: The Witch Boy, The Hidden Witch, and The Midwinter Witch, as well as a writer for animation. A graduate of the School of Visual Arts, Molly was featured in the Forbes 30 Under 30: Media list in 2020. She’s married to fellow writer and artist ND Stevenson, and they live in Los Angeles with two cats and a very cuddly dog. You can find her online at mollyostertag.com.
Praise For…
Praise for The Witch Boy:"Ostertag's story is straightforward, acting as a parable for gender conformity that's pitched just right to middle-grade audiences. Her panels are clear, colorful, and friendly, and her worldbuilding flawless...With charming artwork, interesting supporting characters, natural-feeling diversity, and peeks of a richly developed world, this book leaves readers wishing for more." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review"Thrilling. Ostertag is one of comics' brightest new voices." -- Hope Larson, author of Compass South"Ostertag is creating worlds and witches for the modern young reader." -- Lucy Knisley, author of Something New and Relish"Dazzling...a contemporary fantasy for anyone who's struggled with defining themselves." -- Marika McCoola, author of Baba Yaga's Assistant
Praise for The Witch Boy:"Ostertag's story is straightforward, acting as a parable for gender conformity that's pitched just right to middle-grade audiences. Her panels are clear, colorful, and friendly, and her worldbuilding flawless...With charming artwork, interesting supporting characters, natural-feeling diversity, and peeks of a richly developed world, this book leaves readers wishing for more." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review"Thrilling. Ostertag is one of comics' brightest new voices." -- Hope Larson, author of Compass South"Ostertag is creating worlds and witches for the modern young reader." -- Lucy Knisley, author of Something New and Relish"Dazzling...a contemporary fantasy for anyone who's struggled with defining themselves." -- Marika McCoola, author of Baba Yaga's Assistant