Howl's Moving Castle (Paperback)

"In the land of Ingary, where such things as seven-league boots and cloaks of invisibility really exist, it is quite a misfortune to be born the eldest of three."

Sophie Hatter is resigned to her dull fate as a hat shop apprentice, knowing that as the eldest sister, she is destined to fail miserably should she ever seek her fortune. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she unwittingly attracts the ire of the Witch of the Waste, who places a horrid spell on her, transforming the young girl into an old lady.

Determined to break the curse, Sophie's only hope lies in the ever-moving castle on the hills—the home of the greatly feared Wizard Howl. To untangle the enchantment, Sophie must:

Handle the heartless Howl, a vain and dramatic wizard rumored to eat the hearts of young girls.
Strike a bargain with Calcifer, a snarky fire demon bound to Howl by a mysterious contract.
Meet the Witch of the Waste head-on to reclaim her youth and discover her own hidden magical abilities.