Mabel is very organized, and her bedroom is the very picture of cleanliness. Unfortunately for her, little sister Violet is just the opposite. Mabel does her best to put up with her messy little sister--but this task becomes even harder when the girls receive a book of fairy tales from their Uncle Vartan. As soon as the gift arrives, weird things begin to happen, such as their mother's wallet turning up in the freezer! When their unusual uncle himself visits, his strangeness is explained: he has Magic, and one of the girls might possess it as well. Mabel naturally hopes she is the magical sister, for she would know exactly how to use the ability.

However, it turns out that Violet has the Magic. How will Mabel deal with a disorderly little sister who can perform magic on top of everything else? Prolific author Anne Mazer has written a believable story about the relationship between two very different sisters. There is a ring of truth to Mabel's embarrassment about Violet's messy ways. The younger sister's magic abilities don't make her any less a normal kid; they add a touch of humor and charm. Easy chapters and expressive black-and-white drawings are perfect for readers who are ready for chapter books. Both Violet and Mabel will have their own fans, who will be delighted to know that this is the first of a series. 112 pages. Ages 7-9