About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like a misfit within their own family or is struggling to understand where they fit in the world. It is an ideal choice for the child who gravitates toward Victorian aesthetics, moody mysteries, and stories about finding one's inner strength. Stella Montgomery's journey at the moldering Wormwood Mire estate explores deep-seated questions about identity and the courage required to confront uncomfortable family secrets. The story balances a spine-tingling Gothic atmosphere with themes of resilience and self-discovery. While there are elements of fantasy and mild peril, the emotional core remains Stella's search for a sense of home and a sister she suspects exists. It is perfectly suited for readers aged 8 to 12 who enjoy a dash of the macabre alongside a protagonist who learns that being 'different' might actually be her greatest power.
