PERHAPS A GIFT VOUCHER FOR MUM?: MOTHER'S DAY
Jen Braaksma is an author and book coach. Her debut YA fantasy novel, Evangeline’s Heaven, was published in 2022. She started her career as a journalist, then veered into the classroom as a high school English teacher for almost two decades. Now a book coach, she helps other writers develop and share their stories. She lives in Ottawa, Canada, with her husband (soulmates do exist!) and two daughters (Best. Kids. Ever.).
"""Amaranth is a must-read for anyone who, like its protagonist Lyra, wrestles with wanting a place to belong in a world that too often feels devoid of compassion."" --Alison Levy, author of Magic by Any Other Name ""A powerful story of survival, sacrifice, love and loss, this action-packed dystopian read is perfect for fans of Divergent and The Hunger Games."" --Katie Keridan, author of The Felserpent Chronicles ""A beautifully told story about sacrifice, resilience, and love. Lyra is fierce and determined, and her journey is an edge-of-your-seat, page-turning ride. Don't miss out on this thrilling YA dystopian adventure. You'll be blown away!"" --Lenore Borja, author of The Last Huntress ""A remarkably presentient story, filled with surprising twists and turns that keep you reading, Amaranth delivers a powerful message about what it means to live with purpose."" --Jude Berman, author of The Die ""A gripping story of a young woman on the run who, through a string of agonizing choices, discovers what it means to be true to yourself when what you most want is impossible."" --Meredith Walters, author of This Animal Body"
