The Girl Who Drank the Moon is a beautifully written fantasy novel about magic, courage, love, and the power of truth.
Each year, the people of the Protectorate leave a baby in the forest as a sacrifice to a feared witch. But the witch, Xan, is kind. She rescues the children and delivers them to loving families on the other side of the forest. One year, she accidentally feeds a baby moonlight instead of starlight, filling the child with extraordinary magic.
Raised by Xan, a wise Swamp Monster, and a Perfectly Tiny Dragon, Luna grows up unaware of her powerful magic. As she approaches her thirteenth birthday, dangerous secrets begin to surface, and Luna must learn to understand her power before it destroys everything she loves.
A lyrical, imaginative middle-grade fantasy exploring:
Found family
Identity and belonging
Sacrifice and truth
Courage and self-discovery
The consequences of fear
Winner of the Newbery Medal, this timeless story is for young readers and adults who love magical, emotional storytelling.



