First published 2023
Matthew is a regular guy just trying to get by. But when a mysterious stranger appears, his ordinary life is turned upside down. Suddenly, Matthew is thrust into a high-stakes battle, forced to confront his own fears and insecurities. As the stakes rise, he must find the courage within to protect what matters most. In the end, Matthew discovers that sometimes the greatest heroes are the ones who never meant to be.
Genres: fiction, drama, adventure, contemporary
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, reluctant-hero
32 pages · Hardcover · Viking Books for Young Readers