“Girlwood” by Claire Dean is a young adult novel that intertwines themes of family, nature, and self-discovery. The story follows Polly Greene, a thirteen-year-old girl with the unique ability to see people’s auras. When her older sister, Bree, disappears into the nearby woods, Polly is the only one who believes Bree can survive there. Guided by her eccentric grandmother, Baba, and joined by a group of friends, Polly discovers a hidden grove she names Girlwood. In this magical place, she hopes to support her sister through the harsh winter, all while confronting the challenges of growing up and the impending threat of deforestation in their beloved woods.

ISBN: 9780618883905