Spirits of Arktika

Reach for this book when your child is facing a major life transition or feels overwhelmed by high expectations. It is a perfect fit for the pre-teen who feels like the weight of the world is on their shoulders or who is struggling to reconcile who they are with who others want them to be. As the final installment of the Aurora Chronicles, this story follows twelve-year-old Saga as she navigates a frozen world at risk of melting away, mirroring the internal 'thaw' and change that comes with adolescence. Saga's journey through the trials of the north focuses on resilience, identity, and the courage to face an uncertain future. While it is a high-fantasy adventure filled with magical creatures and epic stakes, its core is a deeply relatable coming-of-age story. It is best suited for readers aged 8 to 12 who enjoy immersive world-building and are ready to explore the idea that self-discovery sometimes involves learning difficult truths.