A modern fairytale about loss, courage, and the quiet magic of letting go.
Twelve-year-old Sophie has lost everything-her parents, her home, and her sense of belonging. Now sent to live with her distant grandmother, she faces a world steeped in silence and grief. When Sophie learns that the souls of the dead must be released to the mysterious City of the Dead, she refuses to let her parents go.
So begins a breathtaking journey north-through danger, strange towns, and the edges of life itself. Along the way, Sophie and her grandmother encounter criminals, heroes, and ghosts of memory. But as the frozen path unfolds, Sophie must confront the hardest truth of all: that love sometimes means learning to say goodbye.
⭐ What Readers Are Saying:
"A captivating story about learning to let go... blending coming-of-age realism with a touch of magic." - Readers' Favorite
"Beautifully written, emotionally rich, and filled with timeless wisdom."
"A bittersweet journey that lingers long after the last page."