I've had the honour of seeing this book build over time into the gorgeous story it is today. Alex is a long time critique partner and friend, so seeing this whimsical story she's put her heart into be her debut novel fills me with so much joy. I can't recommend it enough to readers who love fantasies like The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe, Keeper of the Lost Cities series, and the Magisterium series! Caedmon and Ellie have my heart (and so does Madame Mysterieuse!).