About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like their quiet hobbies or unique talents don't fit in with the expectations of the world around them. It is an ideal choice for the imaginative middle grader who feels the weight of responsibility but yearns to create something beautiful. Through the eyes of Bridgebelle, a hard-working rabbit living in a dystopian industrial society, the story explores how art can be both a sanctuary and a source of incredible power. While the setting involves a conflict between predator and prey, the core of the book is about protecting one's inner spark in a world that often demands conformity. It offers a sophisticated blend of animal fantasy and steampunk technology that respects a child's ability to navigate complex emotional landscapes involving family illness and societal pressure. Parents will appreciate the way it validates the struggle of being a caregiver while maintaining one's own identity.
