Kilcoyne, Elizabeth - Wake the Bones

In the sleepy, Southern town of Harvest Hollow, rumors swirl of a mysterious bone pile, said to be cursed by the spirit of a vengeful witch.

Blurb:

17-year-old Laurel Early, newly arrived in Harvest Hollow, believes the bone pile is nothing more than a local legend. However, when she accidentally stumbles upon it, she is drawn into a world of ancient magic, dark secrets, and a dangerous curse that has been slumbering for centuries.

As Laurel delves deeper into the mystery of the bone pile, she uncovers a malevolent spirit that has been preying on the townspeople for generations. Determined to break the curse and protect her newfound friends, Laurel must confront her own fears and unleash the extraordinary power she never knew she possessed.

LGBT Themes:

• Coming-of-age story
• Queer representation
• Self-discovery
• Friendship

Relevant Tags:

• LGBT fiction, young adult fantasy, horror, coming-of-age, queer representation, self-discovery, friendship

Awards & Recognition:

• Lambda Literary Award for Best Young Adult Fiction
• Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Books of 2023

Title: Wake the Bones

Author: Elizabeth Kilcoyne

ISBN: 9781250790828

Genre: Young Adult Fantasy, Horror

Pages: 309

Publisher: Wednesday Books (Imprint)

Release Date: July 25, 2023

Weight: 342 g

Size: 196 x 128 x 36 mm