The Weight of Feathers - Softcover

McLemore, Anna-Marie

Softcover

ISBN 10: 125011599X ISBN 13: 9781250115997

Publisher: Wednesday Books, 2017

Synopsis

A finalist for the William C. Morris YA Debut Award, Anna-Marie McLemore's The Weight of Feathers is an utterly captivating young adult novel by a talented new voice.

For twenty years, the Palomas and the Corbeaus have been rivals and enemies, locked in an escalating feud for over a generation. Both families make their living as traveling performers in competing shows-the Palomas swimming in mermaid exhibitions, the Corbeaus, former tightrope walkers, performing in the tallest trees they can find.

Lace Paloma may be new to her family's show, but she knows as well as anyone to keep her distance from the Corbeaus. She’s heard the rumors that their fearlessness of heights is from the devil himself, and that simply touching a Corbeau could mean death. But when disaster strikes the small town where both families are performing, it's a Corbeau boy, Cluck, who saves Lace's life. And his touch immerses her in the Corbeaus’ world, where falling for him could turn his own family against him, and one misstep can be just as dangerous on the ground as it is in the trees.

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About the Author

ANNA-MARIE MCLEMORE was born in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, raised in the same town as the world’s largest wisteria vine, and taught by her family to hear la llorona in the Santa Ana winds. She is also the author of Stonewall Honor Book When the Moon Was Ours, which was longlisted for the National Book Award, and Wild Beauty.

Review

"The Weight of Feathers is one of the most stunning books I have read in years, and one that I desperately wish I had written. Equal parts heartbreaking, insightful, and charming, it's a truly unforgettable read. McLemore's gift for finding perfectly unique turns of phrase astounds, but equally important is her ability to bring to life fully-realized characters that you'll want to live with long after you turn the last page of this exceptional debut." ―I.W. Gregorio, author of None of the Above

“Readers beguiled by the languorous language-a striking mix of French and Spanish phrases, wry colloquialism, lush imagery, and elevated syntax-will find themselves falling under its spell. The third-person narration alternates between Lace and Cluck, doling out twists and building to a satisfying, romantic conclusion. A contemporary, magical take on an ever compelling theme.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“A gripping, beautifully rendered story with prose reminiscent of Eva Luna and a fantastical world as captivating as that of The Night Circus.” ―Sabaa Tahir, author of An Ember in the Ashes

"Scales and feathers touch and burn in McLemore’s stunning debut. The beauty of the language wraps around you, not letting go until long after the final page.” ―Jaleigh Johnson, New York Times bestselling author of The Mark of the Dragonfly and Secrets of Solace

“Draws us into a world that's magical but still feels very, very real. The writing is beautiful, fluid, lyrical. I never wanted this story to end.” ―Robin Talley, author of Lies We Tell Ourselves

“A gorgeous debut, lush and heart-tuggingly romantic, full of bittersweet magic.” ―Jessica Spotswood, author of The Cahill Witch Chronicles

“An unmissable story... Will leave you enchanted till the last page. Beautiful.” ―Emery Lord, author of When We Collided and Open Road Summer

“A dazzling debut full of imaginative flair, long-buried secrets, and hypnotic power. It drew me in with its gorgeous passages and left me reeling with a fantastical story about love and struggling against the confines of family and creating a life all your own."―Nova Ren Suma, author of The Walls Around Us and Imaginary Girls

About this edition

• Publisher: Wednesday Books
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 125011599X
• ISBN 13: 9781250115997
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320