“A thrilling introduction to a newfangled magic”
—Booklist
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A pack of paints, a set of pens, and unlimited creativity throw two friends into an enchanted, fast-paced adventure.
ZuZu's first summer without her best friend is looking pretty grim, until she meets new kid Andrew at a visit to the historic Mapleton Mansion. Together they stumble upon some enchanted art supplies and discover that the shapes they draw and paint can come to life. Their creations are harmless―but ZuZu and Andrew aren't the only ones with access to magic.
Soon, nightmarish half-machine, half-living creatures begin appearing around town, controlled by a power-hungry "caster" with a sinister mission. It's up to ZuZu and Andrew to use their newfound abilities to protect their community.
From Kirkus Reviews:
“A satisfying, compelling adventure with an original magical construct and bright, appealing protagonists. “(Fantasy. 8-11)
From Booklist:
“An astonishingly creative story, carefully constructing a magic world with specific rules and hints of a larger organization behind it all. There are deliciously chilling descriptions of scuttling, otherworldly creations and resurrections gone awry, but there is also delight to be found in enchanted artwork and blossoming friendships. A thrilling introduction to a newfangled magic.” — Emily Graham
From YA Books Central:
“Quite entertaining, and I recommend young lovers of magic give it a shot.”
From the School Library Journal:
“This creative fantasy will move well with fans of Tae Keller’s When You Trap a Tiger and Lorelei Savaryn’s The Edge of In Between.”
From School Library Connection:
“The text is easy to read and the reader will be drawn into the story though the fast-paced dialog and multiple points of view, all of which will keep them from wanting to put the book down. Students who appreciate stories involving magic will enjoy reading this book.” Diane Guiett, Retired Library Media Specialist, Tucson, Arizona Recommended
From Midwest Book Review:
”An original, fun and lively read from cover to cover, The Art of Magic by skilled novelist Hannah Voskuil will prove to be an immediate and enduringly popular addition to elementary school, middle school, and community library Fantasy Fiction collections for young readers ages 9-13. It should be noted for personal reading lists that The Art of Magic is also available in a digital book format (Kindle, $8.49).”