About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is grappling with the heavy emotional fallout of past mistakes or the feeling that their destiny has been shaped by forces outside their control. It is an ideal choice for the teen who feels like an outsider within their own peer group or is struggling to process grief and shared secrets that feel too big to carry alone. Set in a world of dark magic and looming war, the story follows Calla and her companions as they face the consequences of a broken oath and the impending Fates' War. While the setting is high fantasy, the emotional core deals with accountability, the complexity of loyalty, and the internal battle between who we are told to be and who we choose to become. It is appropriate for mature teens, ages 14 and up, who appreciate stories that don't shy away from the darker, more bittersweet aspects of growing up and moving forward after loss.
