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A young girl raised by a witch, a swamp monster, and a Perfectly Tiny Dragon must unlock the dangerous magic buried deep inside her in this epic coming-of-age fairy tale from the highly acclaimed author of The Witch's Boy.

Every year the people of the Protectorate leave a baby as an offering to the witch who lives in the forest. They hope this sacrifice will keep her from terrorizing their town. But the witch in the forest, Xan, is kind and gentle. She shares her home with a wise Swamp Monster named Glerk and a Perfectly Tiny Dragon, Fyrian. Xan rescues the abandoned children and delivers them to welcoming families on the other side of the forest, nourishing the babies with starlight on the journey.

One year Xan accidentally feeds a baby moonlight instead of starlight, filling the ordinary child with extraordinary magic. Xan decides she must raise this girl, whom she calls Luna, as her own. When Luna approaches her 13th birthday, her magic begins to emerge on schedule - but Xan is far away. Meanwhile, a young man from the Protectorate is determined to free his people by killing the witch. Soon it is up to Luna to protect those who have protected her - even if it means the end of the loving, safe world she's always known.

The acclaimed author of The Witch's Boy has created another epic coming-of-age fairy tale destined to become a modern classic.

In the enchanting world of "The Girl Who Drank the Moon", written by Kelly Barnhill, a peculiar tale unfolds. When a young girl named Luna is abandoned as a baby in the woods, she is found by a witch named Xan. Instead of fearing the unusual circumstances surrounding her arrival, Xan chooses to raise Luna as her own.

As Luna grows, she discovers that she possesses a unique power - she is able to absorb moonlight and transform it into magic, granting her extraordinary abilities. Xan, recognizing the immense potential within Luna, trains her in the ways of witchcraft, passing down her knowledge and wisdom.

However, their peaceful existence is threatened when the forces of darkness, represented by the evil witch Griselda, seek to exploit Luna's extraordinary powers for their own malevolent purposes. Luna, determined to protect those she loves, embarks on a quest to confront Griselda and stop her wicked plans.

Along her journey, Luna encounters a cast of unforgettable characters, including a talking fox, a wise frog, and a loyal protector named Antain. Together, they face treacherous trials and challenges, testing the limits of their courage and resilience.

"The Girl Who Drank the Moon" is a captivating story that explores the themes of identity, acceptance, and the power of love. With its enchanting prose and unforgettable characters, Kelly Barnhill weaves a magical tapestry that will transport readers to a realm of wonder and imagination.