Ingrid Law

Ingrid Law is an American author best known for her children's fantasy novels, particularly her acclaimed Savvy series. Her debut novel "Savvy" received a Newbery Honor medal in 2009 and became a New York Times bestseller. Born in 1970, Law spent much of her life in Colorado after moving there at age six. She has established herself as a significant voice in middle-grade fantasy literature through her three-book Savvy series, which includes "Savvy" (2008), "Scumble" (2010), and "Switch" (2015). The Savvy series explores the magical coming-of-age story of children in the Beaumont family, who receive special supernatural powers, called "savvies," on their thirteenth birthday. Law's work is characterized by its blend of magical elements with realistic family dynamics and personal growth. Law currently resides in the Pacific Northwest and continues to contribute to children's literature, with additional works including a story in the anthology "Guys Read: Heroes and Villains" (2017).

Readers connect strongly with Law's unique take on magical abilities and coming-of-age themes. Parents and teachers note the books' appeal to both reluctant and advanced readers aged 8-13. What readers liked: - Creative premise of supernatural abilities tied to turning 13 - Strong family relationships and values - Humor and wordplay throughout - Clean content appropriate for young readers - Distinctive character voices and personalities What readers disliked: - Later books in series seen as less engaging than "Savvy" - Some found the made-up words and phrases distracting - Pacing issues noted in middle sections - Resolution felt rushed to some readers Ratings across platforms: Goodreads: "Savvy" 4.0/5 (47,000+ ratings) "Scumble" 3.9/5 (12,000+ ratings) "Switch" 3.8/5 (3,000+ ratings) Amazon: Average 4.5/5 across all books Scholastic Book Clubs: Consistently recommended by teachers with 90%+ positive reviews One middle school librarian noted: "Students who enjoy quirky family stories with a dash of magic keep coming back to these books."

Savvy (2008) A thirteen-year-old girl must learn to control her newly acquired magical power, called a "savvy," while on a road trip to save her father after a terrible accident.

Scumble (2010) Nine years after the events of Savvy, a cousin in the Beaumont family struggles to control his destructive new savvy power that threatens to expose his family's secret abilities.

Switch (2015) The third book in the Savvy series follows another Beaumont family member whose savvy mysteriously switches with her sister's, causing chaos for both siblings.

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