Description: "National Book Award nominee Ursu laces her story with fairy-tale elements and real-life monsters, while taking great care to cast girls in an empowering light and as authors (and heroes) of their own stories. It is a layered, mysterious tale that will speak to many." - ALA Booklist (starred review) "As intriguing as it is eerie... This suspenseful mystery offers a story of empowerment, showing how one girl with the help of others can triumph." - Publishers Weekly (starred review) "The sense of adventure and mystery make this appealing to a wide audience. A beautiful, timeless tale of love conquering darkness in the midst of mystery and the angst of change. A must-have for any middle grade collection." - School Library Journal (starred review) "Ursu unleashes a sharp, timely, age-appropriate critique of the myriad ways in which patriarchal culture devalues female agency, especially that of young girls. The novel finely balances the importance of self-reliance with the power of collective action." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Ursu's fans will find much to love." - Kirkus Reviews "A magical story of sisterly love and loss and friendship." - Tulsa Book Review "Ursu ends this passionate and complex story with a celebration of sibling autonomy, youthful agency and the power of friends." - New York Times Book Review

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