Common Sense Media Review
By Michael Berry
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Teen witches cast a spell in moody fantasy.
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What's the Story?
As OUR CROOKED HEARTS opens, 17-year-old Ivy witnesses a near-collision between her boyfriend's car and a naked young woman in the middle of the road. This is but the first strange event of the summer, as Ivy's mother withdraws from the family, causing the girl to delve deeper into her parents' interest in magic. Soon Ivy is grappling with powerful spells that might be beyond her control, cast by a mysterious enemy.
Is It Any Good?
This modern-day tale of witchcraft casts a powerful narrative spell. Author Melissa Albert explores the mysteries of mother-daughter relationships with sensitivity and insight. Suspenseful, spooky, and well-plotted, Our Crooked Hearts has wide appeal for young horror fans.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the witches in Our Crooked Hearts. Does the story make witchcraft seem plausible?
Is keeping secrets dangerous? What kinds of situations can arise from telling lies?
What kinds of people are accused of being witches? How did witch trials develop in places like Salem, Massachusetts?
Book Details
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- Genre : Fantasy
- Topics : Fantasy ( Magic ) , Adventures , Friendship
- Character Strengths : Courage , Self-control , Teamwork
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Flatiron Books
- Publication date : June 28, 2022
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 14 - 18
- Number of pages : 352
- Available on : Nook, Audiobook (unabridged), Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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