Books like Bayou Magic by Jewell Parker Rhodes
Visiting her grandmother in the Louisiana bayou, ten-year-old Maddy begins to realize that she may be the only sibling to carry on the gift of her family's magical legacy. The magic is not of the fantasy genre and contains elements of magic, family, and friendship. The story explores the bond between Maddy and her grandmother, and the importance of tradition and culture. The book is a coming-of-age story and is suitable for children aged 9-14.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Jewell Parker Rhodes
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