1: Rumour has it. . .

Catching the eye of the most eligible man in Ingary would be a dream come true for most girls, but not for Sophie Hatter. After crossing paths with the mysterious bachelor, Sophie finds herself caught up in a centuries-long feud between the wizard Howl and the witch of the waste. Cursed by the jealous witch with the body of an old woman, Sophie must find a way to break her curse and win Howls heart before time runs out. Taking the plunge into Howl's world, she embarks on a journey that will change her life forever.

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