About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is navigating the high stakes of social expectations and searching for a sense of belonging in a world that feels increasingly complex. Set in a lushly reimagined Edwardian London, the story follows Cordelia Carstairs as she balances the weight of her family's reputation with the intensity of first love and a mysterious demonic threat. It explores themes of loyalty, the burden of secrets, and the courage it takes to define oneself apart from one's parents. While the setting is fantastical, the emotional core deals with very real adolescent experiences: unrequited feelings, peer pressure, and the transition into adult responsibility. It is a sophisticated read for older teens who enjoy immersive world-building and character-driven drama.
