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Always a Witch follows Tasmin, a young witch who has just learned she possesses extraordinary magical talents. Determined to become a master of her craft, she faces a looming challenge: her grandmother’s prediction threatens to bring catastrophe to the world she loves.
Set against a backdrop of contemporary New York and woven with themes of good versus evil, the story explores the responsibilities that come with powerful abilities. Readers will follow Tasmin’s journey as she balances training, self‑discovery, and the weight of destiny.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Carolyn MacCullough
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