Antigone Kingsley: About Last Summer

Tig is living above her parent's theatre and is jealous of her cousin Amelie, who is flown in from Paris. When tension between the two teenagers grows, Tig finds herself at a crossroad. Will her need to be liked outweigh her raging jealousy, or will spiraling emotions and burning desires lead to murderous consequences? Antigone Kingsley by Marina Magdalena is the first book in a coming-of-age series that follows Tig as she faces the social pressures, spiraling emotions, burning desires, and grand disappointments of teenage life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 21 April 2023
Publisher: SPCK Publishing

Cousins by blood, enemies by choice!

Living above her parent's theatre has always given Antigone Kingsley (Tig) plenty of practice at being center stage. But when the theatre faces a financial crisis and the stage doors close, it is her alluring cousin Amelie, flown in from Paris, who grabs her family's attention. As Tig grapples with her identity away from the limelight, she watches her cousin steal the affection of her family, friends, school, and even her loyal social media following! When tension between the two teenagers grows, Tig finds herself at a crossroad. Will her need to be liked outweigh her raging jealousy towards her cousin? Or will spiraling emotions and burning desires lead to murderous consequences?

Antigone Kingsley, by author Marina Magdalena, is the first book in this coming-of-age series that makes the perfect companion for tweens and teenage girls going through the highs and lows of growing up. Filled with positive role models, healthy self-exploration, fruitful relationships, vulnerability, and good humor, you'll love journeying with Tig as she faces the social pressures, spiraling emotions, burning desires, and grand disappointments of teenage life! Tig is your relatable, imperfect, clumsy, hot-headed girl next door who learns to embrace who she is, solve problems, and bring sparkle to the world. She's your new BFF—meet Antigone!

Growing up, Tig had always been the center of attention, thanks to her living above her parent's theatre. But when the theatre faced financial crisis and the stage doors closed, it was her alluring cousin Amelie who stole the spotlight. Flown in from Paris, Amelie captivated her family with her charm and wit, leaving Tig feeling like an afterthought. As Tig struggled to find her place in the shadows, she watched as Amelie effortlessly charmed everyone around her, including her family, friends, and even her loyal social media followers.

The tension between the two teenagers grew, and Tig found herself at a crossroads. She longed to be liked and accepted, but her jealousy towards her cousin was overpowering. She couldn't bear the thought of losing the affection of those closest to her, and the thought of Amelie taking everything away from her was unbearable.

As the emotions spiraled out of control, Tig found herself contemplating murderous consequences. She couldn't shake the feeling that Amelie was taking advantage of her, and she was determined to get revenge. But deep down, she knew that violence was not the answer.

In a moment of clarity, Tig realized that she needed to confront her cousin head-on. She needed to find a way to stand up for herself and assert her worth. She knew that it wouldn't be easy, but she was determined to prove that she was more than just a sidekick to Amelie.

With a newfound sense of confidence, Tig approached Amelie and confronted her about her behavior. At first, Amelie was defensive, but Tig was persistent. She spoke from the heart, expressing her feelings of jealousy and frustration. To her surprise, Amelie listened empathetically and apologized for her actions.

Over time, Tig and Amelie began to repair their relationship. They realized that they had more in common than they had initially thought. They both had a passion for theatre and a desire to make a difference in the world. They started working together on a play, and their collaboration was a success.

As Tig's confidence grew, she realized that she didn't need to be like Amelie to be successful. She could be her own person and still achieve her goals. She started to embrace her uniqueness and her flaws, and she found that people appreciated her for who she was.

In the end, Tig learned that true success comes from within. She didn't need to be liked or accepted by everyone to be happy. She just needed to be true to herself and pursue her passions. And with Amelie by her side, she knew that she could conquer anything that came her way.

Through her journey, Tig discovered the importance of self-love, healthy relationships, and standing up for what is right. She learned that being different was a strength, not a weakness, and that true friends will support and uplift you no matter what.

Antigone Kingsley by Marina Magdalena is a powerful and relatable story that will resonate with tweens and teenage girls alike. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of self-discovery. Tig's journey is a reminder that we all have the potential to be our own heroes, and that we should never be afraid to embrace our uniqueness.

Weight: 248g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781910674697