Content warning: bodily possession, physical violence

So I'm not entirely sure how to rate this one. If this was in Adult fiction, it would be a solid 5 star read. But given some of the very mature and intimate content within the pages I don't know how I feel about this being published as a YA (and I say that as a Teen Services Librarian). I'm glad I've read it personally (because I really enjoyed it), but also professionally because now that I know some of the content... which the synopsis does not allude to, I'll be better prepared when talking to teen patrons about this. It's definitely not for younger teen readers.

Ancrum's prose is stunning at times and everything involved with Walt possessing Hollis is powerful and fascinating. Overall, this was a very interesting concept and engaging reading experience. I loved the fierce friendship between Hollis, Annie, and Yulia.

Andrew Gibson does a great job with the audiobook narration.

Advanced Reader’s Copy provided by NetGalley, HarperAudio Children’s, and HarperCollins in exchange for an honest review.