Dead Things Are Closer Than They Appear By Robin Wasley

In this darkly atmospheric and romantically charged novel, Sid Spencer, a painfully average teenager, navigates the challenges of high school in her abnormal hometown, built over a fault line that seals magic away. As her life unravels with typical teenage woes, the murder of a Guardian shatters the magical seal, unleashing chaos.

Sid's ordinary existence transforms into a battle against monsters, violent vigilantes, and uncontrollable magic. Her missing brother's involvement compels Sid to join the remaining Guardians, leading a group of unlikely heroes to close the fault line and save their town. Amidst living corpses, magical growths, and burgeoning crushes, Sid grapples with the extraordinary challenges of an apocalyptic world.

Perfect for fans of "The Raven Boys," "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," and "The Rest of Us Just Live Here," the novel blends dark atmosphere, romantic elements, and supernatural threats. Sid's journey unfolds against a backdrop of magical upheaval, making her seemingly ordinary life significantly extraordinary.

As the town faces the end of the world, Sid must discover how someone so seemingly average can thrive in such an extraordinary setting. The narrative promises a gripping tale of survival, magic, and the resilience of an average girl thrust into an unordinary apocalypse. 📖💖