About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their child is processing the heavy weight of a family member's serious illness or struggling with the feeling that they must solve adult problems alone. While the story centers on a quest for a mythical healing seed, it is fundamentally about the transition from isolation to community. Henna has grown up in a small, sheltered world with her two papas, and her journey to a botanical boarding school introduces her to the complexities of friendship and the realization that hope is often a collective effort. It offers a safe space to explore themes of grief and responsibility through the lens of a gentle, plant-filled adventure. The book is ideally suited for middle-grade readers (ages 8 to 12) who appreciate stories where emotional depth is balanced with a touch of whimsy and a love for the natural world. It provides a beautiful model of a modern, loving family while addressing the very real fear of losing a parent.
