Persephone's Curse
by Katrina Leno
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The Hazel Wood meets Laini Taylor in this gorgeous speculative tale of sisterhood, ghosts and old family curses. Are the four Farthing sisters really descended from Persephone? This is what their aunt has always told that the women in their family can trace their lineage right back to the Goddess of the Dead. And maybe she's right, because the Farthing girls do have a ghost in the attic of their Manhattan brownstone —a kind and gentle ghost named Henry, who only they can see. When one of the sisters falls in love with the ghost, and another banishes him to the Underworld, the sisters are faced with even bigger questions about who they are. If they really are related to Persephone, and... The book’s tone remains steady, creating a sense of continuity that supports immersion. Readers can settle into the narrative without adjusting to sudden stylistic changes. This consistency enhances comfort and engagement. The themes explored in this book are presented in a way that encourages interpretation rather than forcing conclusions. Readers are invited to draw their own insights based on the situations and choices faced by the characters. This open-ended approach often leads to a more rewarding and memorable reading experience.
