(W) Marjorie M. Liu (A) Teny Issakhanian
This fantasy graphic novel from NYT bestselling author Marjorie Liu—her first book for middle grade readers—and debut illustrator Teny Issakhanian tells the story of a young girl who leaves her magical home to stop a sinister presence from threatening the world.
Zuli is extraordinary—she just doesn't realize it yet. Raised by mystical bird spirits in the branches of the Great Tree, she's never ventured beyond this safe haven. She's never had to. Until now.
When a sinister force threatens the life-giving magic of the tree, Zuli, along with her guardian owl, Frowly, must get to the root of it. So begins an adventure bigger than anything Zuli could've ever imagined—one that will bring her, along with some newfound friends, face-to-face with an ancient dragon, the so-called Witch-Queen, and most surprisingly of all: her true identity.
This captivating middle grade graphic novel, the first of a series, is perfect for fans of the Amulet books and the Wings of Fire series.