The Book of Love: A Novel By Kelly Link

In "The Book of Love," Kelly Link weaves a tale of three teenagers who become pawns in a supernatural power struggle. Laura, Daniel, and Mo find themselves back in their hometown of Lovesend, Massachusetts, almost a year after disappearing and being presumed dead. Their high school music teacher, who seems to know something about their disappearance, offers them a bargain: they will be given a series of magical tasks, and if they complete them, they can return to their families and friends. However, they must keep their whereabouts a secret.

As they grapple with the pieces of their lives they left behind, they attract the attention of other supernatural figures with their own agendas. Laura's sister, Susannah, tries to reconcile what she remembers with what she fears, while the mysterious others arrive, engulfing the community in danger and chaos. The teens must solve the mystery of their deaths to avert a looming disaster.

Set in the small seaside community of Lovesend, "The Book of Love" is a heart-wrenching exploration of love and loss, with Link's trademark fantastical and emotional tropes. It's a story of friendship, romance, and abiding family ties, showcasing Link's compassion, wit, and literary derring-do.

Readers will find joy and a little terror, and an affirmation that love goes on, even when we cannot. Welcome to Lovesend, where you'll encounter love and loss, laughter and dread, magic and karaoke, and some really good pizza. 📚❤️