The Mirror Season

In "The Mirror Season" by Anna-Marie McLemore, two teens, Graciela and Lock, forge a tentative bond after discovering they were both assaulted at the same party. Amid the backdrop of Graciela's family's mystical bakery and a forest filled with enchanting trees, they navigate the profound trauma that upends their lives. As Graciela grapples with her lost gift and the emergence of magical, reflective glass, she faces the daunting task of helping Lock recover from his memory loss while concealing the truth of their shared ordeal. The story explores themes of healing, friendship, and the struggle for survival in the aftermath of trauma.