by Susan Cooper
First published 2019
On the shortest day of the year, a young girl named Abe helps her family prepare for an ancient solstice celebration. But when the rituals begin, a mysterious stranger appears, and Abe is swept into an enchanting, icy journey through the woods. Facing peril and wonder, Abe must find her way home before the sun rises, or risk being trapped in the frozen realm forever. At its core, this lyrical tale explores the enduring power of light in the darkest of winters.
Genres: fiction, fantasy, holiday
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, lyrical, whimsical
Tropes: enchanted-forest, found-family
Setting: Woods
Period: Shortest Day, Winter Solstice
32 pages · Paperback · WALKER BOOKS