The story revolves around a young boy who discovers that his great aunt Willoughby has been replaced by a witch who resembles her exactly. The witch has the ability to transform into a cockatoucan, a mythical creature with magical powers. As the boy tries to uncover the truth, he finds himself entangled in a web of magic and deception.
By Edith Nesbit · First published 1900 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure