About This Book
Reach for this book if your teen is struggling with the burden of a hidden identity or the feeling that they must mask their true self to be accepted. Seraphina is a talented musician in a world where humans and dragons maintain a fragile peace, but she carries a secret that could cost her everything: she is part-dragon. As a murder mystery unfolds in the royal court, Seraphina must navigate the deep-seated prejudices of her society while coming to terms with her own heritage. This sophisticated fantasy serves as a powerful metaphor for the immigrant experience, biracial identity, or any situation where a young person feels 'othered.' It explores complex themes of shame, institutionalized bias, and the courage it takes to trust others with your whole truth. While it contains some mature political intrigue and mild violence, it is an intellectually stimulating choice for readers aged 12 and up who appreciate intricate world-building and emotional depth.
