The Good Hawk

The Good Hawk is the thrilling first book in the Shadow Skye trilogy, set in a mythic Scotland. It introduces Agatha, a brave Hawk who protects her island clan despite a condition she was born with, and Jaime, an anxious Angler burdened by an unexpected duty. When their clan is kidnapped, Agatha and Jaime must overcome their fears and differences to embark on a dangerous quest across a haunted mainland. The story is rich with adventure, humor, and compassion, featuring a neurodivergent protagonist whose unique abilities become her greatest strength. It's an empowering tale about finding courage, embracing individuality, and the power of teamwork, perfect for young adult readers aged 12-18.

In a mythic Scotland, two unlikely heroes must make a dangerous journey to save their people. Agatha is a Hawk, brave and fierce, who protects her people by patrolling the high walls of their island home. She is proud of her job, though some in her clan whisper that it is meant to keep her out of the way because of the condition she was born with. Jaime, thoughtful and anxious, is an Angler, but he hates the sea. Worse, he’s been chosen for a duty that the clan hasn’t required for generations: to marry. The elders won’t say why they have promised him to a girl in a neighboring clan, but there are rumors of approaching danger. When disaster strikes and the clan is kidnapped, it is up to Agatha and Jaime to travel across the haunted mainland of Scotia to Norveg, with help along the way from a clan of nomadic Highland bull riders and the many animals who are drawn to Agatha’s extraordinary gift of communication. Thrilling and dark yet rich with humor and compassion, this is the first book in the Shadow Skye trilogy, written by a wonderful new voice in fantasy and introducing a welcome new kind of hero.