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Synopsis
Devastated by the death of her boyfriend, Lucas, Sophie moves in with her mother in Edinburgh, hoping to grieve quietly. But since meeting Lucas, nothing about Sophie's life has been quiet, and his death doesn't change this. If anything, life has become more complicated and confusing than ever. Her mother is determined that she get over him. A strange, compelling man seems to be stalking her. And she's begun to have visions she doesn't dare believe. Because, if she does, it means that Lucas isn't dead at all. Instead, he's entangled in a fate worse than death. And only she can save him.
Is Riven appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
This YA paranormal fantasy deals with grief after a boyfriend's death and the supernatural mystery of his fate. Expect emotional intensity, visions, and a quest to save him from something worse than death.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, death of a loved one, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will connect with Sophie's determination to save her boyfriend despite everyone telling her he's gone, plus the mystery of what really happened to him.