This story of two friends that believe they will have a magical power during the year that they are ten was a well told piece that is sure to appeal to fans of Sharon Creech or Katherine Hannigan. It is a story focused primarily on Avalon, whose friendship to Atticus is the only thing that truly seems unwavering and good in her life. She is dealing with a lot of girl drama both in school and out, and though she dishes out as well as she takes it, she is seemingly moving toward a major blowout event unless she can regain control of herself and be the bigger person in her longterm feud. I liked that this book focused on a character that was not the victim but also not a bully. She played both roles, though I have to say that she was a much bigger victim than bully throughout most of this.

Though the magical powers played a role in this story, this more about Avalon developing as a person than any potential powers that she might gain. I found the relationship between Avalon and Atticus's mother particularly interesting as hostile parents trying to keep friends apart is not an avenue that is often explored. Avalon's and Atticus's greatest powers aren't of a magical variety. Their greatest powers are rooted in their character. Though neither character is perfect, they are both descent caring people that are regularly trying to do the right thing.

This book was memorable and thought-provoking. I was very impressed.