Dahl, R. (1983). The Witches. [New York]: Scholastic.

This story about “real witches” tells about a young orphan boy and his grandmother as they encounter a group of witches. The boy is turned into a mouse, and they work together to help destroy the witches who did it. After several harrowing escapes, they return to their home in Norway and decide to live together working to destroy all the witches in the world.

I have to admit that I was not very impressed by this story overall. It was funny in parts, but the humor and events were choppy and not very developed. There were some amazing word choices, and parts of the story could be used to teach many things, but overall it was not enjoyable. Even though it was a quick read, I found myself struggling just to finish it. I am sure others will disagree, but this book was just not my personal taste.