First published 1992
Twelve-year-old Narmo and his ragtag group of misfits attend a dreary, oppressive school where individuality is crushed. But when a strange teacher arrives, Narmo and his friends discover a hidden portal leading to a fantastical parallel world. There, they face shadowy adversaries who threaten to invade the school and crush the students' spirits. As Narmo navigates this secret magical realm, he must find the courage to be his true self and protect his friends from the darkness encroaching on both worlds.
Genres: adventure, coming-of-age, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
160 pages · Paperback · Corgi Childrens