What-the-Dickens

About the book

Written by the author of the bestselling WICKED, this enchanting story delves into the peculiar world of skibbereen, also known as tooth fairies, and highlights the universal human desire to believe in something greater.

Amidst a fierce storm, ten-year-old Dinah sits with her brother, sister, and cousin Gage, who captivates them with a unique tale. The story revolves around What-the-Dickens, a young orphan creature who discovers his fascination with teeth, develops a crush on a cat named McCavity, and frequently finds himself in troublesome situations. Upon meeting a spirited girl skibberee working as an Agent of Change, trading coins for teeth, he learns about a devoted tribe of skibbereen, or tooth fairies, that he aspires to join. Through the unfolding of his exploration, both What-the-Dickens and Dinah come to realize that the world is more complex and unpredictable than they ever assumed.