Pages: 203
Intended Audience: Tweens and up
Genre: Graphic novel / Supernatural
Notes for Parents: None.
The Back Cover
Aster’s parents have finally agreed that he can learn witchery with the girls, but he has a lot of catching up to do. So when Grandmother offers her tutoring in exchange for a favor, Aster jumps at the chance—until she asks him to help his great-uncle, Mikasi. Family or no, Aster isn’t ready to face the beast who nearly destroyed him and his cousins.
Across town, Dark magic has attached itself to Aster’s friend Charlie. Witches are taught to never create a “Fetch,” a cruel shadow form that only does harm. But the thing following Charlie is a clear sign that someone is breaking the rules.
With the help of his family, Aster does everything he can to protect Charlie. But to discover who’s making the Fetch and put a stop to it, he’ll need darker, more powerful magic—from the most dangerous witch he knows…
What the cover doesn’t tell you:
This is the second book in The Witch Boy series.
What’s good?
Once again, the author/illustrator delivers a beautiful graphic story that uses fantasy to explore real life issues. Gender roles, mental health, friendship, fear, and redemption are some of the many issues touched upon as main character Aster has to protect his friend Charlie from an evil spirit and help his grandmother with his great-uncle Mikasi. The illustrations are bold and expressive and the characters are diverse and well-developed.
Best Part: Aster
What isn’t good?
There isn’t anything I didn’t like!
Worst part: None.
Recommendation ☺☺☺☺ (4.5/5)
I wish graphic novels were longer. It’s like watching a sitcom – it’s over so quickly! The Hidden Witch was thoroughly enjoyable. Definitely recommended.
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