Under Elath's Spell (1) (The Wanderer Series)

Unaware of the consequences of stepping into the hidden world of Wanderers, four young friends arrive at the magnificent gates of a witch's castle. The witch easily enthralls them with her delicious food, bizarre stories, and enchanting powers. Before long, the characters are involved in a dangerous search for the witch's sister, whom a deranged wizard kidnapped years ago. Their quest takes them to concealed places where they meet both helpful characters and menacing ones who deeply unsettle them. They must also navigate the natural challenges of the tween years, such as confronting a bully and understanding new emerging emotions. What starts as a rocky relationship with a temperamental sorceress becomes an unbreakable bond that might last a lifetime. Their joint adventures have only just begun.