Sade and Her Shadow Beasts

Louie Stowell's Loki is a middle-grade book about grief and love for young readers, featuring shadow beasts that follow Sadé to school and cause chaos. Sadé joins a grief support group to work through her emotions, but the beasts return. Can she find the words to remember her mum and banish them for good?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2022
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

This captivating middle-grade book is set to become a summer obsession for readers of all ages! Written by the talented Louie Stowell, the story follows Sadé, a young girl who finds solace in her imaginative world. However, when her mother passes away, the vibrant colors in her mind fade, and her shadow beasts emerge—terrifying creatures that mirror her deepest fears and emotions.

As Sadé navigates the challenges of grief, she joins a grief support group, where she learns to confront and control her shadow beasts. But just when she begins to feel a sense of peace, the beasts return, stronger and more menacing than ever before. Determined to remember her mother in her own unique way, Sadé must find the courage to face her fears and banish her shadow beasts for good.

This heartwarming and empowering story is a testament to the power of creativity and the resilience of the human spirit. With its stunning illustrations and relatable characters, it will resonate with readers of all ages, reminding them that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a brighter tomorrow.

Weight: 326g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781444963571