Shadow Weaver

By MarcyKate Connolly

Book #1 in the Shadow Weaver series

A girl must save her shadow, which craves its own life, or face dire consequences.

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320 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Twelve-year-old Emmeline can control shadows, but her only friend, her shadow Dar, wants to become human. When a nobleman falls into a coma, Emmeline is blamed and must flee. To clear her name, she must decide if she can trust Dar and help it gain life. Can Emmeline navigate this dark fantasy world and save herself from a shadow's dangerous desires? Discover the gripping tale of magic, mystery, and friendship in a story that will captivate young readers.

From the publisher

Fans of Coraline, Doll Bones and The Night Gardener will devour this award winning dark fantasy about twelve-year-old Emmeline who is desperate to save the only friend she has … her own shadow. But what happens when her shadow starts craving a life of its own?A Texas Bluebonnet NomineeEmmeline’s gift to control and manipulate shadows makes her the subject of mockery…and fear. Forbidden to leave home by her parents, Emmeline’s closest confidant is her own shadow, Dar. When a noble stranger visits and offers her parents a cure, Emmeline is terrified of losing her power–and her only friend. So Dar proposes a deal: she will change the noble’s mind if Emmeline will help her become flesh.When the man ends up in a coma, Emmeline is stunned–and blamed. Now forced to flee, her only hope of clearing her name is to find a way to give the shadow she’s no longer sure she can trust what it craves–life.With the gripping feel of a new classic, award winning Shadow Weaver will enthrall middle school readers who love fantasy, magic, and danger. Perfect for 5th grade and above.

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