About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like an outsider or finds more comfort in fictional worlds than in their own daily life. It is the perfect choice for the young reader who feels average or overlooked and dreams of discovering a hidden, magical destiny. Filomena is a twelve year old girl who loves books but struggles with loneliness until she realizes the fairy tales she devours are actually real and she is the only one who can save the characters within them. This adventure tackles themes of self-confidence, finding your tribe, and the power of storytelling. It is a middle grade fantasy that balances lighthearted magic with high stakes, offering a sense of belonging to children who feel different. Parents will appreciate how it encourages a love of reading while modeling bravery in the face of the unknown.
