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In this lighthearted fantasy adventure, 9‑year‑old Rosemary stumbles upon a mysterious broom and a talking cat while shopping at her local witch’s shop. The cat, Carbonel, turns out to be the long‑forgotten King of the Cats, kept in a spell by an old witch. With Rosemary’s kindness and courage, the boy and the cat embark on a journey filled with magic and daring encounters, ultimately freeing Carbonel from enchantment and restoring him to his rightful place among the feline realm.
First publish date: 1957
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Barbara Sleigh
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