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The Memory Spinner

By: C. M. Cornwell
Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld
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A luminous fantasy debut about a young girl who must choose between staying immersed in a magical past with her deceased mother, or saving those she loves most in the complicated, yet real present.

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"Emotions bubble like potions: Grief, anger, jealousy, and regret simmer beneath the surface of richly drawn characters with complex motivations....A heartfelt story that will leave readers hoping for more from this promising new voice."--Kirkus Reviews

Since her mama died, thirteen-year-old Lavender has a disastrous memory problem. She forgets her lessons with her papa, an apothecary. She develops elaborate evasions to hide her lack of memory of the herbs and remedies she must learn to attain her dream of being an apothecary apprentice. Worst of all, she forgets memories of her mama.

Despite her papa’s disdain for magic, Lavender seeks a memory remedy from a clothing enchantress named Frey. As the two develop a friendship, Frey uses her spinning magic to help Lavender re-experience past moments with her mama. Lavender hears her mama’s laughter again, her singing voice, and how it felt to be wrapped in her hugs.

But when Lavender discovers the truth about Frey's magic and its vengeful purpose she must decide whether to stay immersed in beloved memories with her mama or save the people she loves most in the present. Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths Growing Up & Facts of Life Literature & Fiction Magic Science Fiction & Fantasy Heartfelt Witchcraft
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Critic reviews

"A heartfelt story that will leave readers hoping for more from this promising new voice." —Kirkus Reviews

"An auspicious debut from an up-and-coming talent." —Publishers Weekly

"An enchanting examination of grief and love in all their many forms." —Booklist

"In the vein of classic fairy tales like Rumplestiltskin and Sleeping Beauty, Cornwell’s latest is ideal for striving readers or those seeking heartfelt fantasy without complicated worldbuilding." —School Library Journal
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