Morgan Shamy is a former ballerina who now writes for young adults. Her lifelong immersion in the performing arts, from extensive ballet training and professional performance to a career as a concert pianist, deeply informs her artistic perspective. This rich background in art and expression is channeled into the magic and emotional depth she crafts for young readers. Shamy's journey into writing was profoundly shaped by personal experience, inspiring her to share wonder and artistry through her stories.
Celebrated for its captivating narrative, this book combines a rich plot with well-developed characters, offering a compelling reading experience. The author masterfully weaves together various themes, creating a multifaceted story that resonates with readers. With its engaging style and emotional depth, this work stands out as a remarkable achievement in contemporary literature.
What if our spirits walk to another life while our bodies sleep? Every day in Clara's world, a dark cloud descends upon her town.. The storm comes like clockwork, erasing everyone's memories. Everyone except Clara. But after Clara's father mysteriously disappears, things change. The Diviners, captive souls who feed off memories, come for her. With the help of a mysterious figure, Clara escapes the Diviners and flees to Khalom, a city in a parallel world, where she hopes to find refuge. There, Clara discovers that she is a Noble--one of the few people to have knowledge of both worlds, along with the ability to venture between the two. Forced to live the Noble life, Clara goes to school with peers who want her dead. Meanwhile, a rare and dangerous power begins to stir inside of her. The power of Death. And it grows until she's not sure if she can control it. When the Diviners break through the city's defense and students begin to turn up brain dead, Clara must find a way to harness her newfound power in order to stop the attacks before the city--and her mind--is wiped clean. For readers who enjoy A Darker Shade of Magic by V. E. Schwab, Crave by Tracy Wolff, House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig, A Deadly Education by Naomi Novik.