Probably Mahy’s best-known book, a fabulous contemporary fantasy. When Laura Chant’s little brother falls deathly ill due to a curse by an evil sorcerer, she teams up with Sorenson “Sorry” Carlisle, school weirdo and witch, who can help her unlock her own powers. This is one teen romance that really works for me, with discreet sensuality and witty banter. The awakening of Laura’s powers is tied to the awakening of her maturity and sexuality – a theme which Mahy uses a couple times, and always well. Very atmospheric and well-characterized.

I hope more of Mahy's books are reprinted in the US. I'd love to buy them for my shop.