The Lighthouse at the Worlds End (The House at the Edge of Magic) by Amy Sparkes

This magical adventure follows Nine and her companions as they attempt to cure their sentient House's sudden case of travel-induced hiccups, which sends them bouncing chaotically between worlds with every unexpected "HIC!" The story cleverly blends domestic chaos with interdimensional travel as the characters try classic hiccup remedies—from chugging water with all taps running to attempting to startle the House—with wildly magical consequences. Young readers who enjoy enchanted dwellings and unpredictable adventures will find themselves immediately drawn into this whimsical predicament, where ordinary solutions create extraordinary problems across multiple magical realms.

What sets this fantasy chapter book apart is how it transforms a common childhood experience into an epic quest, making the familiar feel fantastical while maintaining emotional resonance. The journey to the Tower of Unanswered Questions provides both a compelling narrative structure and opportunities for character growth as the friends work together to solve their unusual housing crisis. Children who appreciate creative problem-solving and magical mishaps will find this story particularly engaging, with its perfect balance of humor, heart, and imaginative world-hopping that turns a simple case of hiccups into an unforgettable adventure.