The Story
For some, the only way to possess magic is to steal it from others.
Born without magic, Davis is an outcast in his own shapeshifter family. Yearning for his father's approval, he sets down a path that intertwines with Iris, a girl whose own ambitions are hindered by a mysterious illness. Their quest leads to Yuras, one of California's smallest towns, unremarkable until they discover a cave of magic-transferring stones. Now they have a chance to change their fates. But they're not alone.
When locals stumble upon the cave, they unknowingly set into motion a series of events that threatens to expose Davis's past.
As dark truths surface, one question endures: How much are they willing to take in their quest for power?
A perfect book for those who enjoy fast-paced stories, multiple POVs across multiple timelines, unique shapeshifters inspired by Chinese mythology, female protagonists, and complex villains.
Author: Emily Renk Hawthorne
Publisher: Hawk Ridge Press
Published: 01/07/2025
Pages: 354
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.52lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d
ISBN: 9798990597914
Audience: Young Adult
About the Author
Renk Hawthorne, Emily: - Emily Renk Hawthorne writes fantasy inspired by mythology, hidden histories, and the world around her. She is the author of the Of Mountains and Seas duology, which explores identity, belonging, and the lengths people will go to for power.When she's not writing, Emily can be found playing with her toddler or working on other people's kids' teeth. She lives on the California Central Coast with her husband, their daughter, and their dogs, Marshmallow and Toffee.
Description
For some, the only way to possess magic is to steal it from others.
Born without magic, Davis is an outcast in his own shapeshifter family. Yearning for his father's approval, he sets down a path that intertwines with Iris, a girl whose own ambitions are hindered by a mysterious illness. Their quest leads to Yuras, one of California's smallest towns, unremarkable until they discover a cave of magic-transferring stones. Now they have a chance to change their fates. But they're not alone.
When locals stumble upon the cave, they unknowingly set into motion a series of events that threatens to expose Davis's past.
As dark truths surface, one question endures: How much are they willing to take in their quest for power?
A perfect book for those who enjoy fast-paced stories, multiple POVs across multiple timelines, unique shapeshifters inspired by Chinese mythology, female protagonists, and complex villains.
Author: Emily Renk Hawthorne
Publisher: Hawk Ridge Press
Published: 01/07/2025
Pages: 354
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.52lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d
ISBN: 9798990597914
Audience: Young Adult
About the Author
Renk Hawthorne, Emily: - Emily Renk Hawthorne writes fantasy inspired by mythology, hidden histories, and the world around her. She is the author of the Of Mountains and Seas duology, which explores identity, belonging, and the lengths people will go to for power.When she's not writing, Emily can be found playing with her toddler or working on other people's kids' teeth. She lives on the California Central Coast with her husband, their daughter, and their dogs, Marshmallow and Toffee.
