Strange Creatures

From acclaimed author Phoebe North, this contemporary novel follows Annie, a girl grappling with her brother Jamie’s mysterious disappearance and the ways her family and community cope with the loss. Haunted by their shared childhood world of Gumlea and her belief that her brother is still out there, Annie embarks on a journey of discovery that challenges her perceptions and pushes her to confront difficult truths. Filled with emotional depth and unexpected twists, it explores themes of hope, identity, and the power of stories we tell ourselves.