First published 2024
Maria finds herself drawn into an unexpected challenge when her son Patrick introduces her to a mysterious sudoku puzzle that seems to hold secrets beyond mere numbers. The grid becomes more than a game as Maria discovers each solved section reveals clues about family connections and hidden stories. Patrick watches as his mother becomes increasingly absorbed in the numerical patterns, while the MOSH organization provides cryptic guidance about the puzzle's true purpose. As Maria fills in each square, she uncovers layers of meaning that transform her understanding of the relationships around her. The simple nine-by-nine grid evolves into a map of discovery, leading Maria toward revelations that will reshape how she sees her family's bonds and her own place within them.
Genres: mystery, contemporary, family-drama
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, unexpected-challenge
Setting: MOSH
240 pages · Hardcover · Blue Star Press