About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their teen is navigating the heavy, isolating silence of grief or feels trapped by rigid expectations after a family loss. In this reimagined version of The Twelve Dancing Princesses, Azalea and her eleven sisters are confined by strict mourning customs after their mother's death. They discover a magical underground world where they can dance away their sorrow, but they soon realize that hiding from pain in a world of shadows comes with a dangerous price. It is a lush, atmospheric story that explores the necessity of facing grief rather than dancing around it. While it contains some darker fantasy elements and mild romance, its heart lies in the fierce bond between sisters and the messy process of healing. This is an ideal choice for readers who appreciate classic fairy tales but want deeper emotional resonance regarding family dynamics and resilience.
