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Reach for this book when your child feels like their differences make them less valuable or when they are struggling to find self worth in a world that prioritizes a specific type of 'perfection.' Alice's journey is a powerful metaphor for the internal landscape of a child who feels invisible or misunderstood by their peers and even their own family. In the land of Ferenwood, color is magic and status, but Alice is born completely white. To find her missing father and prove her worth, she must navigate the dangerous, whimsical world of Furthermore with a boy she doesn't quite trust. This is a story about reclaiming one's identity and realizing that what makes you different is often your greatest source of power. It is ideal for middle grade readers who enjoy lush, lyrical prose and high stakes emotional adventures.