About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with questions of identity or longing to discover their origin story. It is a perfect choice for a young reader who feels like an outsider or is curious about the meaning of family beyond biological ties. Set in early 20th-century Vienna, the story follows Annika, a foundling raised by a loving unconventional family of domestic staff and professors, who is suddenly whisked away by a woman claiming to be her aristocratic mother. Through a mix of historical adventure and mystery, the book explores how the people who care for us daily often form our truest home. It is a sophisticated, cozy, and eventually thrilling read for children aged 9 to 14, offering a poignant look at resilience and the courage to choose one's own path.
