The Girl Who Drank the Moon
By Kelly Barnhill Age Range- 10 - 12 years "In 'The Girl Who Drank the Moon' by Kelly Barnhill, Luna, a young girl with magical powers, is raised by a kindly witch, a wise swamp monster, and a tiny dragon. Together, they navigate a world of mystery, danger, and the power of love."
What's the Story
"The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill follows the story of Luna, a young girl with extraordinary magical abilities, who is raised by a benevolent witch named Xan. Unbeknownst to Luna, Xan has been rescuing the abandoned children of the Protectorate for centuries, including Luna herself, who accidentally consumed moonlight as a baby. As Luna grows up in the care of Xan, accompanied by a wise swamp monster named Glerk and a tiny dragon named Fyrian, she begins to unravel the mysteries of her past and the true nature of the world around her. Meanwhile, in the Protectorate, a corrupt council perpetuates fear by sacrificing babies to a non-existent monster, unaware of the true source of their suffering. Through a series of intertwining narratives, the novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the power of storytelling to overcome darkness. As Luna discovers her own strength and the interconnectedness of all living beings, she sets out on a journey to confront the tyranny of the past and bring hope to the future.
Key Points from the Book
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Luna's Origin: Luna, the protagonist, is mistakenly taken from her family as a baby and raised by a kind witch named Xan. Kids will be intrigued by Luna's mysterious origins and her journey to uncover the truth about her past.
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Magical Creatures: Luna is raised in the woods by Xan, a swamp monster named Glerk, and a tiny dragon named Fyrian. Kids will delight in the whimsical and fantastical world inhabited by these magical creatures, each with their own unique personalities and abilities.
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Luna's Powers: Luna discovers that she possesses powerful magical abilities, including the ability to manipulate moonlight. Kids will be fascinated by Luna's growing powers and the ways in which she learns to harness them for good.
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Oppressive Society: The Protectorate, the town where Luna is from, is ruled by an oppressive regime that sacrifices babies to a supposed witch in the woods to maintain control. Kids will be drawn into the conflict between the townspeople and the forces of oppression as Luna challenges the status quo and fights for justice.