About This Book
Reach for this book when your daughter expresses frustration with being underestimated or restricted by her gender, or when she feels sidelined by the men in her life. Set in the rugged hills of New Zealand, it follows Alexa as she defies her family's expectations to embark on a solo journey into the wilderness. She is seeking the legendary otters seen by a Maori tribesman, a quest that becomes a powerful vehicle for self-discovery. This is a story about proving one's worth and reclaiming autonomy. While the premise is a wilderness adventure, the heart of the book lies in Alexa's emotional growth and her move from reactive anger to quiet confidence. It is ideally suited for 12 to 16 year olds who are navigating the transition into adulthood and looking for stories about girls who define their own paths in a world that tries to limit them.
