A Tangle of Knots

A Tangle of Knots by Lisa Graff is a delightful children's book set in a slightly magical world where everyone has a unique Talent. It follows the story of eleven-year-old orphan, Cady, who has a phenomenal Talent for cake baking. Cady is on a journey to uncover her past, and fate leads her to a mysterious address that houses a lost luggage emporium, an old recipe, a family of children searching for their own Talents, and a Talent Thief who will alter her life forever. The story is told in multiple viewpoints, creating a magnificent puzzle that slowly pieces together Cady's past, how she became an orphan, and how she is connected to the people she meets along the way. The different characters and their Talents are all intertwined in a complex web of fate, and Graff expertly weaves these threads together to create a satisfying conclusion.The writing is sharp and engaging, and Graff's use of magic adds an extra layer of enchantment to the story. The characters are all well-developed and relatable, making it easy for readers to become invested in their journeys. Overall, A Tangle of Knots is a heartwarming and captivating read that will leave readers wondering about the power of fate and the connections that we all share.