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Blancaflor, the Hero With Secret Powers: A Folktale From Latin America

Nadja Spiegelman

Illustrator: Sergio García Sánchez

Ages: 9+

Published: 2021

Publisher: TOON Books

ISBN: 978-1-943145-55-3

Keywords: magic, princes and princesses, ogres

A young ogre with powerful magical skills must outwit her father and save a hapless prince. Stunning, energetic humorous illustrations convey suspense. Informative back matter. Also available in Spanish.