Wise Child

Wise Child by Monica Furlong is a reprint edition published by Echo Point Books and Media on August 29, 2019. This young adult fiction novel, consisting of 240 pages, follows the journey of a 9-year-old girl named Wise Child, who is orphaned after her grandmother’s death and her father’s disappearance. Taken in by Juniper, a healer and sorceress, Wise Child learns about herbal lore and magic, but her newfound stability is threatened by the return of her mother, the black witch Maeve.

As the narrative unfolds, readers will witness Wise Child’s struggle between loyalty and temptation, as she must choose between the nurturing environment provided by Juniper and the luxurious life offered by Maeve. The story delves into themes of magical realism and the challenges faced by young girls, all set against a backdrop of legends and myths. This edition invites readers to explore Wise Child’s developing supernatural powers and the dangers posed by Maeve’s malevolent magic, including a mysterious plague that endangers both Wise Child and Juniper.