Penelope lives with her mother—her father died years ago. She has always been different from other children: for example, her hair has been grey since she was born. But one day, Penelope wakes up with sparkling red hair and her mother confesses the truth: her father is not only still alive, he’s a wizard.  Penelope has inherited his powers, and embarks on a journey to find him …

 

“An exciting new voice …”—CORNELIA FUNKE