Heather Fawcett writes books for adults, kids, and teens, including the Even the Darkest Stars series, Ember and the Ice Dragons, The Language of Ghosts, Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries, and more. She has a master's degree in English Literature and a bachelor's in Archaeology.
"In addition to the strong characterization and magical
setting, the story weaves in realistic topics that many children
will recognize from their own lives, including bullying, aging
grandparents, and divorced parents, all the while validating
their feelings . . . A charming family story with a touch of
fairy-tale atmosphere." —Kirkus
"Via a cozy, magic-dusted family story that features a bewitching
setting, Fawcett creates endearing and affectionate characters
with realistic tensions—especially between scientifically minded
Bee and her more imaginative family members—whose individual
strengths help solve the central mystery." —Publishers
Weekly
"Fawcett’s poignant story about imaginary worlds and very real
problems, with its tongue-in-cheek nostalgic narration, is perfect
for fans of Catherynne M. Valente and magical
mysteries." —Booklist
"Watching the sisters move from bickering to cooperation and back
is a delight, and Fawcett has a knack for making even marine-life
characters essential to the story, allowing the offbeat town to
develop beyond its considerable quirkiness. Complicated topics
(First Nations displacement, housing inequality, family feuds)
don’t bog the narrative down, allowing the focus to remain on the
core adventure and the bonds of sisterhood." —Horn Book
"Relatable issues are presented honestly, including sibling issues,
divorced parents co-parenting, and aging grandparents.VERDICT With
well-developed characters, this will have readers rooting for a
solution to Granddaddy’sproblems, while savoring the slightly
spooky, heart-thumping fairy tale." —School Library Journal
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