Books like Cuckoo Song by Frances Hardinge
Triss wakes from a bizarre accident to find the world leans uncannily sideways: her memories are blurred, her sister hisses at her, pages of her journal are missing, and ordinary objects behave oddly. The terrors intensify as dolls grow sinister, she develops an irrational fear of scissors, and dust of leaves pours from her hair. Amidthis confusion she learns that her brother, presumed dead in war, may still be alive. Questions grow: is Triss losing her mind or is the accident opening a gateway to a nightmare? With guidance from her parents and a dash of courage, she delves into the city’s shadows, where hidden creatures weave dangerous schemes that could reshape her family's destiny. Frances Hardinge crafts a chilling tale of a girl’s struggle to face her darkest fears and triumph in a reality where nothing is certain.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Frances Hardinge
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