A finely detailed setting, strong characterization, rich foreshadowing, and haunting imagery, all work to build suspense throughout."- SLC "An entrancing historical, mystery thriller, Beatty tells the story through Serafina's searching and inner dialogue. Even better than its predecessor, a sequel that delivers nonstop thrills from beginning to end."- Kirkus, starred review Each place reveals history and clues to Serafina's life and those of other gifted, mysterious beings. *"Beatty continues to build a fascinating magical world, the Blue Ridge Mountains and Biltmore Estate developing beyond mere settings into characters themselves. Eerie gothic imagery, a ferociously scrappy heroine, and an elegant setting combine seamlessly to create a captivating mystery that will be well received by fans."- School Library Journal Readers who enjoyed the first novel will not be disappointed in this continuation and will anxiously await the next exciting adventure. "The characterization is solid, and the powerful imagery that made the first installment such a success is more consistent here.
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