Wolfwood

Name: Wolfwood
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781419733710
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By Marianna Baer

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Summary

Wolfwood by Marianna Baer is a captivating young adult novel that intertwines art, fantasy, and personal struggle. The story follows a teenage girl who discovers her mother's magical paintings have a dark, intriguing history. As she delves deeper into the world the art reveals, she faces complex family dynamics and the blurred lines between imagination and reality.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories blending art, fantasy, and reality. It offers a gripping tale of a young artist navigating the complexities of family secrets and the seductive pull of a mysterious artwork. This intriguing mix of creativity and suspense could captivate those interested in exploring themes of self-discovery and ambition.

Indigo finds a series of paintings made by her mother that could be the solution to their financial insecurities; however, her mother refuses to revive the series, so Indigo secretly takes up the brush herself and falls into the paintings' dangerous world which blurs fantasy and reality.

Desperate for money and stability, a teenage girl begins secretly forging paintings, plunging her into a dark and dangerous imaginary world

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Indigo is the daughter of famous reclusive artist Zoe Serra, who made a splash in the ’90s art world. But since her mum’s breakdown, the two have been barely scraping by.

When a gallery owner offers Zoe a revival show for her blockbuster Wolfwood series—which Zoe never finished—Indigo sees it as a chance to finally regain stability. However, Zoe refuses to work on the paintings, saying that she can’t return to Wolfwood, so Indigo decides to take up the brush herself.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Wolfwood is praised for its blend of high-stakes mystery, psychological thriller elements, and its exploration of art's healing power. The narrative teeters between fantasy and horror, offering a love story that raises questions about sacrifice for happiness. The storytelling is noted for its lush descriptions and suspense, with complex characters that are engaging and challenging within an original plot. The protagonist, Indigo, is highlighted for her resilience and determination to overcome poverty, making the book appealing for those interested in character-driven, emotionally suspenseful stories.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419733710

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 April 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Amulet Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 384

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Marianna Baer Young Adult

About the Author

Marianna Baer is the author of The Inconceivable Life of Quinn, which Publishers Weekly called “a delicate, complicated, and engrossing exploration of the collision between real life and the inexplicable” in a starred review. She’s a graduate of Vermont College of Fine Arts with an MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults. She lives in Brooklyn.

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