Stewart (The Words We Keep) depicts mental health challenges with a touch of magic in this bewitching tale, a middle grade debut. --Publishers Weekly "10/7/2024"

Stewart uses her excellent descriptive talents to share the intense reality of a young girl's experience of grief and its resultant panic attacks and agoraphobia. Believable supporting characters and a satisfying surprise reveal make this a worthwhile read. Recommended for middle-graders who appreciate their reality sprinkled with magic, this tale of transformation will be an excellent addition to library collections. --Booklist "12/01/2024"

This emotional narrative skillfully informs readers about anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder and will comfort anyone facing challenges similar to the main characters', reminding them to look for the pockets of joy in every day and inspiring them to discover their own forgotten magic.

Hope prevails in this story, filled with a resounding authenticity. (Fantasy. 10-13)--Kirkus, STARRED REVIEW "11/15/2024"

Publisher: Bound to Stay Bound Books

Pub date: 2025-01-14

Length: 341 pages