Agent: DongWon Song, Howard Morhaim Literary. Alexis’s hesitancy to admit her feelings for Roya is rooted in her self-doubt and the value she places on their friendship, a distinctive choice that feels modern and relatable. Kirkus Reviews A laugh-out-loud, exciting ridea darkly comedic coming-of-age story. Overall, the story’s magicalĮlements signify the exploration of insecurity, uncertainty, and self-acceptance surrounding identity and significant life changes (e.g., graduation, redefining friendships, and coming out) for this deeply inclusive group, which spans gender identities, ethnicities, and sexual orientations. Profoundly thoughtfulAn intimate portrait of female friendship laced with literal and metaphorical magic. The drama surrounding the death and cover-up is entertainingly macabre, involving disseminating parts of the corpse. Magic isn’t Alexis’s only secret-she’s also in love with her best friend, Roya. After Alexis decides to lose her virginity on prom night to classmate Josh Harper, an unfortunate magical mishap leaves Josh dead, Alexis at fault, and her loyal band of friends arranging a cover-up, keeping quiet as an investigation into his disappearance begins. Alexis, Iris, Marcelina, Maryam, Paulie, and Roya have worked to gain control and understanding of their powers, which manifest differently for each. Hugo Award–winner Gailey’s darkly funny YA debut follows high school senior Alexis and her tightly knit friend group as they cover up an accidental magical murder.
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