Night Flying

Reach for this book when your child is beginning to push against family traditions or feels stifled by the weight of high expectations. It is a lyrical and atmospheric story about Georgia, a girl born into a family of women who possess the secret, magical ability to fly at night. However, this gift comes with strict rules and a legacy of silence enforced by a domineering matriarch. As Georgia discovers family secrets and her own inner strength, she must decide whether to follow the path laid out for her or forge her own. It is a beautiful exploration of autonomy, the complexity of mother daughter relationships, and the courage it takes to be true to oneself during the transition into adolescence. Parents will appreciate the nuanced way it handles themes of generational trauma and the necessity of breaking silence to find freedom.