About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is feeling the weight of adult responsibilities or struggling to find their own voice within a changing family dynamic. It is a masterful blend of urban fantasy and psychological coming of age that follows Laura, a girl who must undergo a supernatural transformation to save her younger brother from a life-draining entity. The story captures that pivotal moment in adolescence where one must trade the safety of childhood for the power and burden of maturity. While the plot involves witches and ancient spirits, the heart of the book is about the fierce love between siblings and the courage required to claim one's identity. Parents will appreciate the sophisticated writing and the realistic portrayal of a single-parent household. It is a perfect choice for mature middle schoolers and high schoolers who enjoy atmospheric stories where the magic feels as real and gritty as the everyday world.
