“A strong, poignant fantasy…beautifully written piece.”
– Kirkus Reviews, starred review

A wasting sickness is attacking the Carlbine Forest - home of the shapeshifters since their rebellion against the King. Gifted with the ability to take animal forms, shapeshifters were once the caretakers and protectors of the entire land. Now they’re confined to the forest by magical tattoos that turn to poison if they try to leave. But if the land dies, so will they.

Only Syanthe - a twin hidden at birth and lacking the King’s deadly mark - can safely leave the forest and travel to the capital city where she can obtain the medicine that is her people’s last hope. Her journey is soon linked to a caravan led by the mysterious, powerful Jerel, who holds a magic of his own. The secrets they both hide will intertwine as they combine their magic to challenge the King’s rule. Syanthe’s quest will call upon all her abilities to change form from animal to human, forge in her a new strength and courage, and leave both her and the forest forever changed.

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