The Witch of Clatteringshaws

Written by Joan Aiken

Part of the Wolves Chronicles series

A reluctant king seeks escape. Can a hidden heir be found in time?

3.6 Goodreads · 371 ratings

144 pages· 30,923 words· Est. 3.5 hour read· ~830L

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Bookroo's summary

Dido Twite faces a royal conundrum when her friend Simon, unhappy as king, longs for freedom. With the throne at stake, Dido must uncover the whereabouts of a mysterious heir. As she delves into a world of intrigue and hidden lineage, the clock ticks. Will Dido's sharp instincts lead her to the rightful successor, or will the kingdom remain in turmoil? Embark on a journey filled with magic, mystery, and unexpected twists as Dido races against time to solve the royal puzzle.

From the publisher

Dido Twite’s sharp wits are put to the test in this new adventure in the Wolves Chronicles. After King Richard dies, Dido’s good pal Simon is put on the English throne, but he hates being cooped up in drafty St. James Palace, and his crusty old advisors won’t let him have any fun at all. If only another descendent of the king could be found, Simon would gladly be replaced. Never short a solution, Dido discovers a lead to another member of the royal line. But no one knows exactly who–or where–the child is. The masterful storyteller Joan Aiken once again invites readers into a spellbinding world of magic, mystery, and mayhem–with a dose of “proper” English hilarity, of course. “From the Hardcover edition.”

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