Goat Magic

Gr 4-8–In the class-divided kingdom of Capeya, Princess Alya and goatherd Trill would never have crossed paths—until fate intervenes. When Alya and her family are ambushed during a journey through the mountains, she’s cursed and transformed into a goat, regaining her human form only at nightfall. Her captors are thwarted by Trill, a commoner whose magic allows her to speak with goats, including the enchanted princess. At first, Alya and Trill struggle to understand each other, separated by background and belief. But as they journey together to break the spell, trust slowly grows. Trill, long convinced her life will be ordinary, discovers her magic is stronger than she ever imagined. Alya begins to see how unjustly her people have been treated and how she might change things if she becomes Queen. This enchanting graphic novel blends classic fairy tale tropes with timely themes of justice, power, and self-discovery. The warm, richly detailed artwork heightens the magical tone, while the slowly blossoming romance between Trill and Alya adds emotional depth. As they confront dangers, challenge old assumptions, and grow closer, they will have readers rooting for them every step of the way. Trill has brown skin and brown curly hair, Alya has olive skin and black hair.