So You Want to Be a Wizard - Diane Duane

Ever wanted to talk to a tree, or a train? Ever wonder what the stars or the stones are thinking? Ever imagine what you would do to the bullies if you only had magic, or wonder if the house down the street were really haunted? Ever read a book under your covers? Then You may be a wizard! You can find out in this first book in the Young Wizard series by Diane Duane. From the first page, we realize that Nita Callahan has problems. After verbally sparring with Joanna, the local bully that plagues her existence, Nita takes to her heels in self-defense. Where to hide? Ah, the library! Nita dives into the sanctuary of the Children’s section, correctly reasoning ...  Read the complete review