About This Book
Reach for this book when your teen is feeling the heavy weight of family expectations or the pressure of financial survival. This atmospheric story centers on Sean and Puck, two young adults living on the fictional island of Thisby, where they must participate in a deadly race on bloodthirsty water horses. It is a profound exploration of grief, the sacrifices we make for those we love, and the courage it takes to define your own path when the world demands you stay in place. While the stakes are life and death, the emotional core is about the quiet resilience required to face down your fears. It is an ideal pick for older teens who appreciate lyrical writing and complex, slow burning character development.
