Curse of the Night Witch

<p><strong>From #BookTok phenomenon and author of the highly anticipated YA fantasy novel, <em>Lightlark</em>, this fast-paced series starter is steeped in Colombian mythology and full of adventure. Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson, <em>Curse of the Night Witch</em> is filled with fantasy, action, adventure, and an unforgettable trio of friends.</strong></p><p><em>A Seventeen.com Most Anticipated Book of Summer!</em></p><p><em>A Zibby Owens Summer Reading Pick on Good Morning America!</em></p><p>On Emblem Island all are born knowing their fate. Their lifelines show the course of their life and an emblem dictates how they will spend it.</p><p>Tor Luna was born with a leadership emblem, just like his mother. But he hates his mark and is determined to choose a different path for himself. So, on the annual New Year's Eve celebration, where Emblemites throw their wishes into a bonfire in the hopes of having them granted, Tor wishes for a different power.</p><p>The next morning Tor wakes up to discover a new marking on his skin…the symbol of a curse that has shortened his lifeline, giving him only a week before an untimely death. There is only one way to break the curse, and it requires a trip to the notorious Night Witch.</p><p>With only his village's terrifying, ancient stories as a guide, and his two friends Engle and Melda by his side, Tor must travel across unpredictable Emblem Island, filled with wicked creatures he only knows through myths, in a race against his dwindling lifeline.</p><p><strong>You'll love <em>Curse of the Night Witch</em> if you're looking for:</strong></p><ul><li>Multicultural books for children (especially Latinx books)</li><li>Stories based on fascinating mythology</li><li>Your next favorite fantasy series</li></ul><p>"Debut author Aster takes inspiration from Colombian folklore to craft a rousing series opener that's both fast-paced and thrilling. As her protagonists face off against a host of horrors, they learn the value of friendship and explore the possibility of changing one's fate in a world where destiny is predetermined."—<strong><em>Publishers Weekly</em>, STARRED review</strong></p><p>"Worthy of every magical ounce."—<strong><em>Kirkus Reviews</em>, STARRED review</strong></p>