The Power of Poppy Pendle (Poppy Pendle)

by Natasha Lowe

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"There is a strong essence of Roald Dahl to this story...a crowd-pleaser." --Library Media Connection
"[A] sweet story about true friendship." --School Library Journal

Poppy has magical powers, but she would rather be a baker. Can she find a way to follow her own path? This charming novel includes more than a dozen delectable recipes!

Ten-year-old Poppy, born to ordinary parents, has inherited coveted witch power. In Poppy's world, witches work for good and are much valued, but Poppy does not want to be a witch--she wants to be a baker, and she is extremely good at baking. Her parents insist Poppy follow in the footsteps of her great aunt, a famous witch, but Poppy has plans of her own.

Part magic, part adventure, and wholly delicious, this spirited story includes more than a dozen recipes you can try at home.

  • ISBN10 144244679X
  • ISBN13 9781442446793
  • Publish Date 4 September 2012
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country US
  • Publisher Simon & Schuster
  • Imprint Paula Wiseman Books
  • Format Hardcover
  • Pages 272
  • Language English