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The Witches by Roald Dahl

The Witches
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I grew up watching the 1990 version of Witches, and despite its scariness, (When Angelica Houston removed her mask, my little jaw dropped!) I always loved the film. It wasn't until I heard about the 2020 remake (Also a great movie!), that I developed a curiosity about the original book. Much like Roald Dahl's other works, it is an easy read, has great characters, and there is just an expected dash of magic in each of his works that makes them all so special. This was no exception and even my seven year-old had a blast while I read it to her. The one line of the Grand High Witch, where she states that someone was 'frizzled as a fritter,' had me laughing for days. I highly recommend this book to everyone who enjoys something a little creepy, entertaining and family friendly.

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Reading Progress

August 17, 2020 – Shelved

August 17, 2020 – Shelved as:to-read

October 25, 2020 –Started Reading

October 25, 2020 –4.81% "Just began reading to my daughter. She and I are both enjoying it a great deal so far."

November 12, 2020 –19.23% "We just read through the grandmother’s tutorial of spotting witches. My daughter loved it!"

November 24, 2020 –39.42% "The line ‘frizzled like a fritter’ had me laughing for a solid 10 minutes, lol."

November 25, 2020 –57.69% "Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!"

November 27, 2020 –62.5%

November 28, 2020 –Finished Reading

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