They should have realized what was going on and put a stop to it. The adults should have been, well.the adults should have been the adults. It should never have come down to a kid like her having to be the one to make people aware of the dangers against the magicas or be forced to save the day. But I also loved how she realized and discussed with herself that this should have been completely handled by the adults. The story is told through Mona's perspective, where she injects wit and humor into everything. I don't think I've ever listened to so many chapters about battle and preparation for battle in a middle grade book as I did in this one. And face the enemy she does - with bread! Who knew bread could have so many uses in battle? With a side-kick named Bob (yeast starter), a gingerbread man familiar, and a newfound belief and understanding of her talents she almost single-handedly helps win a war/battle. It doesn't take long before she learns there is a growing threat that magicas like her are facing in the city-state and while most magical individuals leave (or are killed), Mona soon finds herself in the unenviable position of having to stand-up and fight against the enemy. And although this is considered minor magic, she still gets accused of the murder solely because she is a wizard. It all starts when Mona discovers a dead body in their bakery. The author must have had a blast writing this because it shows.
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