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A Tangle of Knots

A Tangle of Knots

Published in
2013
3.94
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Description

In a slightly magical world where everyone has a Talent, eleven-year-old Cadence, an orphan with a phenomenal Talent for cake baking, embarks on a journey set by fate from the moment she was born. Her destiny leads her to a mysterious address that houses a lost luggage emporium, an old recipe, a family of children searching for their own Talents, and a Talent Thief who will alter her life forever. These encounters hold the key to Cadence's past and how she became an orphan, potentially reuniting her with her long-lost parent. This captivating story is a National Book Award nominee, celebrating the magic that unfolds when individuals discover their true gifts and the connections that bind us all together.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
230 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Interesting concept of everyone having a special Talent.
  • Multiple storylines that beautifully intertwine.
  • Whimsical setting and charming characters.
  • A heartwarming tale of finding one's place in the world.