Carrie verfasst Romane und Kurzgeschichten, die sich mit den Feinheiten der menschlichen Natur und Beziehungen auseinandersetzen. Ihr unverwechselbarer Stil zeichnet sich durch unerschrockene Ehrlichkeit aus und die Fähigkeit, den Leser tief in die Erzählung einzutauchen. Mit ihrer Arbeit versucht sie, die Essenz des täglichen Lebens einzufangen und tiefgreifende Wahrheiten über unsere Existenz aufzudecken. Ihr Schreiben spiegelt eine reiche Vielfalt an Lebenserfahrungen und den Wunsch wider, aufschlussreiche Beobachtungen über die Welt zu teilen.
An award-winning author presents a captivating young adult fiction that promises an engaging narrative. Known for her previous work, the story explores themes of adventure and self-discovery, appealing to fans of fantasy and young adult genres. The book's unique elements and compelling characters are sure to resonate with readers, offering a fresh perspective and a memorable reading experience.
Gretchen, a sixteen-year-old longing for a life on Earth, is thrust into a perilous adventure when her stepsister vanishes in faerie-infested Britannia. With her father's life at stake, she must brave the dangers of the faerie realm. In the enchanted forest, she encounters the Bearfolk, including kind Arthur, who offers his assistance. However, as they navigate their quest, they face moral dilemmas and dark intentions from Arthur's mother, forcing Gretchen and Arthur to confront their deepest sacrifices for love and loyalty.
There is no cure for being who you truly are…In a cottage high atop Llanfair Mountain, sixteen-year-old Clara lives with her sister, Maren, and guardian, Auntie. By day, they gather herbs for Auntie’s healing potions; by night, Auntie spins tales of faraway lands and wicked fairies. Clara’s favorite story tells of three orphan infants—Clara, who was brought to Auntie by a stork; Maren, who arrived in a seashell; and their best friend, O’Neill, who was found beneath an apple tree.One day, Clara discovers shimmering scales just beneath her sister’s skin: Maren is becoming a mermaid and must be taken to the sea or she will die. So Clara, O’Neill, and the mermaid-girl set out for the shore. But the trio encounters trouble around every bend. Ensnared by an evil troupe of traveling performers, Clara and O’Neill must find a way to save themselves and the ever-weakening Maren.And always in the back of her mind, Clara wonders, if my sister is a mermaid, then what am I?