About This Book
Reach for this book when your teen is grappling with the weight of family expectations versus their own moral compass. It is a sophisticated choice for readers navigating the complex transition into adulthood where the heroes and villains of childhood stories begin to blur. This magical reimagining of Swan Lake follows seventeen year old Odile, a girl raised by a vengeful father to be a thief and a spy. As she infiltrates the royal court, she finds herself caught between the duty she owes her family and an unexpected, deepening connection with the very girl she was sent to ruin. It explores themes of moral ambiguity, the courage to change one's path, and the intensity of first love. Parents should note that while it is a fantasy, it deals with mature emotional landscapes including grief and the betrayal of parental trust, making it ideal for older teens who enjoy high stakes drama and queer representation.
