Once upon a time, in a small village by the sea, there lived a witch named Morgana. She was known for her dark powers and her watery demise. People feared her and believed that anyone who crossed her path would suffer a terrible fate. Morgana's presence in the village caused fear and chaos among the villagers. They would lock themselves inside their homes as soon as the sun began to set, hoping to avoid any interaction with the terrifying witch. But despite their efforts, Morgana had a way of infiltrating their lives.
Cate’s pen-and-ink drawings are delightful and suit her whimsical characters perfectly. What a treat!
—Oakland Tribune
LeBlanc Cate s pen and ink illustrations are a fresh change from color saturation and enough to keep the adult eye interested while playing find the bunny on each page with your little reader. Seamlessly unfolding in a mix of captioned and wordless panels, the episode will kindle a strong sympathetic response in any child who has ever lost track, even for a moment, of a parent, friend, or valued toy.
But despite their efforts, Morgana had a way of infiltrating their lives. Legend had it that anyone who dared to challenge Morgana would face a watery demise. She had the ability to control the sea and would use its powers to drown her enemies in a wave of darkness.
The Magic Rabbit - Softcover
This is a tale of vanishing rabbits, wandering magicians and the magic of friendship from a debut author-illustrator. Ray the magician and his bunny assistant are best friends who work together all day, performing their act in front of admiring crowds. Every night, Ray and Bunny sit down together at their little table in their apartment and have dinner. One day, while the two friends are out performing, they become separated. Suddenly Bunny is lost and all alone. How will he and Ray ever find each other in the hustle of the big city?
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About the Author:Annette LeBlanc Cate came up with the idea for The Magic Rabbit at art school many years ago. She says, "I was sitting on the floor, trying to think of a story to illustrate. My friend was sitting up on the table with her feet dangling in front of me, and her boots had all sorts of interesting buckles on them. I thought, 'What if I were a little animal here, looking up at these shoes? And the whole idea came just at that moment - that a magician's rabbit was lost in the big city." Annette lives in Massachusetts, USA with her husband and two sons.
Review:Thoroughly charming. [a] winning debut.
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
An impressive debut. readers will demand an encore.
—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Cate’s succinct text has a storyteller’s style, and her elegant drawings have a New Yorker cartoon feel.
—School Library Journal (starred review)
Seamlessly unfolding in a mix of captioned and wordless panels, the episode will kindle a strong sympathetic response in any child who has ever lost track, even for a moment, of a parent, friend, or valued toy.
—Booklist
LeBlanc Cate’s pen and ink illustrations are a fresh change from color saturation and enough to keep the adult eye interested while playing ‘find the bunny’ on each page with your little reader.
—Babble.com, Book of the Week
The whole family will appreciate The Magic Rabbit.
—DailyCandyKids Boston
Cate’s pen-and-ink drawings are delightful and suit her whimsical characters perfectly. What a treat!
—Oakland Tribune
Imaginative black and white illustrations illuminate the story.
—Journal Inquirer
The New Yorker-style illustrations actually teach the rudiments of storytelling to wide-eyed kids who notice everything. Foreshadowing, suspense, cause and effect—it's all here, carefully and elegantly laid out in pen and ink.
—Book Buds Kidlit Reviews online
Each picture in the book is an intricate delight. ,
—National Center for the Study of Children’s Literature
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It was said that she could summon mighty tidal waves that would sweep away anything and anyone in its path. It wasn't until a young warrior named Aiden arrived in the village that the people found hope. Aiden was fearless and determined to put an end to Morgana's reign of terror. Armed with his sword and a heart full of bravery, he set out to confront the wicked witch. Aiden ventured into the depths of Morgana's lair, a dark cave hidden by the cliffs overlooking the sea. He could hear the crashing waves and feel the mist of the ocean as he made his way deeper into the darkness. The air was heavy with a sense of foreboding, but Aiden remained determined. Finally, he came face to face with Morgana. She stood tall, her eyes gleaming with a malevolent light. Aiden confronted her, challenging her powers and vowing to free the villagers from her grip. Morgana laughed mockingly, conjuring a massive wave to engulf Aiden. But Aiden fought back, his sword slicing through the water with unwavering determination. He bravely stood his ground, refusing to be defeated. As Morgana's powers weakened, the village felt a glimmer of hope. In a final act of desperation, Morgana conjured the largest tidal wave she had ever summoned. But Aiden, fueled by his determination to protect the village, stood firm. With one powerful swing of his sword, he redirected the wave back at Morgana, trapping her in a whirlpool of her own creation. Morgana's watery demise had come at the hands of her own powers. The village rejoiced as they were finally freed from her reign of terror. Aiden emerged as a hero, forever remembered for his bravery and courage. From that day forward, the village celebrated their victory over the watery demise witch, knowing that they had overcome their fear. Morgana's story became a cautionary tale, a reminder that darkness can be defeated with light, and that courage can conquer even the most terrifying of powers..
Reviews for "The Watery Demise Witch: A Witchcraft Mystery Unsolved"
1. John - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Watery Demise Witch". The storyline was confusing and hard to follow, and the characters were one-dimensional and uninteresting. The pacing was all over the place, making it difficult to stay engaged with the plot. Overall, I found it to be a lackluster read.
2. Sarah - 1/5 stars - I cannot express how much I disliked "Watery Demise Witch". The writing style was incredibly dull and lacked any sort of originality. The plot was predictable and the twists were underwhelming. I would not recommend wasting your time on this book if you're looking for an engaging and well-written story.
3. Lisa - 2/5 stars - I was really excited to start reading "Watery Demise Witch" but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The characters were cliché and the dialogue felt forced and unrealistic. There were also numerous grammatical errors throughout, which made it difficult to fully immerse myself in the story. The concept had potential, but the execution left much to be desired.
4. David - 2/5 stars - "Watery Demise Witch" was a letdown for me. The plot had potential, but it was executed poorly. The pacing was inconsistent, and the story dragged on in some parts while rushing through others. The world-building was also lacking, leaving me feeling disconnected from the setting. Overall, I feel like there are much better options out there in the fantasy genre.