The Girl Who Drank the Moon

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The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill is a beautifully written middle-grade fantasy novel about Luna, a young girl who is accidentally given magical powers after drinking moonlight. Raised by a kind witch named Xan, Luna grows up unaware of the extraordinary magic within her. As she approaches her thirteenth birthday, her powers begin to emerge, setting off a chain of events involving love, sacrifice, family, courage, and ancient magic. The story is a lyrical tale about discovering one's identity, confronting fear, and finding the strength to change an unjust world.