Into the Shadow Mist

Written by Christina Soontornvat

Part of the Legends of Lotus Island series

A hidden force threatens Bokati Island's forest. Can Plum save it while keeping her powers secret?

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160 pages· 22,747 words· Est. 3 hour read· 640L

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Bookroo's summary

Plum and her friends journey to Bokati Island to study under the enigmatic Guardian Master Em. The island, rich with unique wildlife, faces a mysterious threat endangering its ancient forest. As Plum grapples with her own secret powers, she must decide how to protect the ecosystem without revealing her hidden abilities. Will she find the courage to embrace her true self and save the island?

From the publisher

From two-time Newbery honor recipient Christina Soontornvat comes a compelling new young middle grade fantasy series for readers who love stories about animals, magic, and kids like them embracing their power to change the world.Plum and her friends are traveling to the misty Bokati Island. There they will study with the mysterious Guardian Master Em, who is the keeper of the ancient forest there. The field trip comes just in time for Plum, who still can’t figure out why she’s so different from the other Novices on Lotus Island.At first, Plum doesn’t know what to make of this quiet and sometimes gloomy place. But it doesn’t take long to discover that Bokati is brimming with an incredible array of fascinating animals and plants.When an unseen force begins to destroy the trees, putting the entire ecosystem at risk, Plum and her classmates must spring into action. Plum is determined to help, even though she’s hiding secrets about her own Guardian powers from even her closest friends.

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