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Nine‑year‑old Tiffany Aching, a budding witch in the Discworld universe, is thrust into adventure after her Granny Aching— a wise shepherd—passes away. Strange events unfold: a fairy‑tale monster, a headless horseman, and the arrival of the Wee Free Men, the Nac Mac Feegles, a small blue band of thieving, fighting, drinking folk. When Tiffany’s brother disappears, she must team up with these pint‑sized warriors to rescue him and confront the Queen of the Fairies. This humorous, youthful fantasy blends magic, sibling bonds, and whimsical creatures in the beloved Discworld setting.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Terry Pratchett
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