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By Sage Moreaux
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Older characters, more romance in powerful series finale.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 10+?
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What's the Story?
As HOOKY: VOLUME 3 begins, three years have passed since Dani became Queen of the Witches. Dorian is missing, possibly dead, and it's up to Princess Monica, Nico, Damien, and Prince William to rescue Dani and discover Dorian's whereabouts. But with antagonism between the magical and non-magical people still simmering, the team must seek allies in the furthest reaches of the land. With enemies dogging their every step, romances and feuds rekindled, and magic spells so strong they seem impossible to break, the heroes must dig deep to find enough courage and perseverance to bring the kingdom into a new era of peace.
Is It Any Good?
The last installment of this series is everything fans will hope for, with a heartfelt conclusion to the ongoing war that first brought the Wytte children and their allies together. Hooky: Volume 3 wraps up the overall story in a satisfying way and gives each character the attention they deserve. The characters are older, and they've grown, both physically and emotionally. It's strange, at first, to see the characters drawn with young adult bodies, but with slightly more romance in this edition it helps that the characters are older and more mature. The marital choice that Monica and William make is understandable in the context of the story, but especially for younger kids, the complexities of their decision may not be clear.
With the same carefully crafted artwork as the first two installations, this edition brings the story to life, using color and facial expressions to communicate more depth than the words alone can deliver. There are some panels that have so much going on it's hard to follow, and with so many characters, who's saying what can get muddled. But the messaging in the story is powerful, with themes of peace, tolerance, forgiveness, and fortitude. It's clear that author-illustrator Míriam Bonastre Tur put a great deal of heart and time into the entire series.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the ending of Hooky: Volume 3. How realistic does the resolution feel when considering real human feuds and wars?
The characters show a lot of empathy toward their enemies. What do you think about the choice to spare Mrs. Wytte?
Did the aging up of the characters change the feel of the story?
How do you feel about the choice Monica and William made in their personal lives?
Book Details
- Author :
- Illustrator : Míriam Bonastre Tur
- Genre : Graphic Novel
- Topics : Fantasy ( Magic ) , Family Stories ( Siblings ) , Friendship
- Character Strengths : Courage , Empathy , Perseverance , Teamwork
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Clarion Books
- Publication date : August 17, 2024
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 9 - 18
- Number of pages : 400
- Available on : Paperback, Hardback
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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