The Vanishing Act

On a tiny, remote island, 12-year-old Minou and her eclectic companions—her philosopher father, a magician named Boxman, and a clever dog—navigate the mystery surrounding her mother’s disappearance. When a dead boy washes ashore, Minou embarks on a philosophical quest to uncover the truth, blending themes of loss and love in a captivating narrative. The story explores questions of absence and discovery, told with a uniquely enchanting voice.