Dimaline, Cherie - Into the Bright Open

In this YA remix of The Secret Garden, an orphaned girl is sent to live in the Georgian Bay wilds and discovers family secrets both wonderful and horrifying.

Blurb:

Sent to live with her eccentric aunt in a remote mansion on Georgian Bay, Lily finds herself drawn to an abandoned garden hidden deep within the woods. As she explores the garden's hidden secrets, she uncovers a web of long-buried family secrets, some of which could change her life forever.

LGBT Themes:

• Queer representation with lesbian, gay, and bi characters
• Exploration of themes related to identity, sexuality, and coming-of-age
• Representation of LGBTQ+ relationships

Relevant Tags:

• Queer YA fantasy, Secret Garden remix, LGBTQ+ representation, Family secrets

Awards & Recognition:

• Stonewall Book Award Honoree
• Lambda Literary Award Finalist

Additional Notes:

• Into the Bright Open is a captivating and imaginative story that will appeal to fans of fantasy, mystery, and LGBTQ+ literature.
• The book has been praised for its unique retelling of The Secret Garden, its sensitive portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters, and its exploration of themes related to identity and family.
• Into the Bright Open is a must-read for anyone who is looking for a fresh and thought-provoking read.

Title: Into the Bright Open: A Secret Garden Remix

Author: Cherie Dimaline

Genre: Young Adult Fiction, Fantasy

Pages: 288

Publisher: Feiwel & Friends (an imprint of Macmillan Children's Publishing Group)

Release Date: October 10, 2023

Weight: 350 grams (approximately)

Size: 14 x 21.5 x 3 cm (approximately)