Igraine the Brave

Igraine the Brave, by Cornelia Funke

(Grades 3 - 5)

Twelve-year-old Igraine's parents are famous magicians, but she has no interest in following the family business. Instead she practices her fighting skills, dreaming of becoming a famous knight. When a magical mishap turns Igrain's parents into pigs and Greedy Osmond decides to attack the family castle, only Igraine is left to to save her family, and keep their precious magical secrets from falling into the wrong hands. This book is the perfect story for every girl who wants to be the knight, and not the princess waiting to be rescued. Check out this title on CD as well - read by Xanthe Elbrick, this book is a treat for the ears!

For older readers, check out Cornelia Funke's wonderful Inkheart series (ages 12-16), before it hits the movie screen in January 2009.

Reviewed by Korie B., Children's Staff