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Dorrie’s adventures begin when her mother, known as the Big Witch, is transformed into a robot by Morzo, a magician who specializes in machines. The story blends witchcraft, robotics, and family dynamics as Dorrie navigates this magical revelation.
First publish date: 1983
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Patricia Coombs
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