One for sorrow

Firefly & Fern Summary

In this atmospheric historical fiction novel, a young girl navigates the challenges of friendship and belonging during World War I, while grappling with mysterious and unsettling supernatural elements that blur the line between reality and the otherworldly. Mary Downing Hahn masterfully weaves together themes of bullying, loyalty, and courage as her protagonist confronts both the horrors of war and something far more chilling. Readers will find themselves captivated by this haunting tale that explores how friendship can sustain us through our darkest moments.