We Don't Swim Here

Bronwyn is in rural Hillwoods for a year, but she is miserable and can't go swimming. She hears warnings about going in the water, but the lore is truth. When she does more exploring than she should, she and Anais are in danger they couldn't expect.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 02 June 2023
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

A chilling new novel for fans of Tiffany D. Jackson, Lamar Giles, and Ryan Douglass.

Praise for Vincent Tirado's Burn Down, Rise Up:

"A queer, heart-pounding thrill ride. Fans of Attack the Block and Vampires vs. the Bronx: prepare for your newest obsession." - Ryan Douglass, New York Times bestselling author of The Taking of Jake Livingston

"A creepy, mysterious rollercoaster of a novel that had me hooked from the explosive start. Tirado packs both action and heart into this timely story." - Natasha Ngan, New York Times bestselling author of the Girls of Paper and Fire trilogy

"A breathtaking, read-it-in-one-sitting thrill of a novel. - Marieke Nijkamp, #1 New York Times bestselling author of This Is Where It Ends

"Readers will be on the edge of their seats and will have the chance to explore societal issues in a new way to answer the question, 'What are monsters?' when reading this book." - School Library Journal, STARRED review

"A speculative novel that blends elements of horror with a history of gentrification and systemic racism... - Publishers Weekly

"A deadly game meets social commentary in an ode to the Bronx." - Kirkus

"A sense of dread and... plenty of vivid action sequences to keep readers engaged." - Youth Services Book Review

"Clever, tying into ripped-from-the-headlines police violence in the present-day world... - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"Bronwyn is only supposed to be in rural Hillwoods for a year. Her grandmother is in hospice, and her father needs to get her affairs in order. And they're all meant to make some final memories together. Except Bronwyn is miserable. Her grandmother is dying, everyone is standoffish, and she can't seem to fit in. But when a mysterious girl appears in the woods, Bronwyn's world is turned upside down. The girl, who calls herself Kali, claims to be a protector of the forest and offers to help Bronwyn find her way back home. At first, Bronwyn is skeptical, but as she spends more time with Kali, she begins to see that there may be more to her story than meets the eye. Kali is not just a girl in the woods. She is a powerful spirit who has been trapped in the forest for centuries, and she is determined to protect it from those who would destroy it. As Bronwyn and Kali begin to uncover the secrets of the forest, they also begin to uncover the dark history of gentrification and systemic racism that has plagued the town for generations. The townspeople have been forced out of their homes, their businesses have been closed, and the forest has been left to decay. Kali believes that Bronwyn is the only one who can break the cycle of destruction and bring the forest back to life. But as they get closer to the truth, Bronwyn and Kali find themselves in danger. The townspeople are not willing to let go of their power and control, and they will do anything to keep Bronwyn and Kali from exposing their secrets. Bronwyn and Kali must fight for their lives and the future of the forest, but they also must confront the demons of their past and the pain that has been holding them back. Burn Down, Rise Up is a powerful and emotional story that blends elements of horror, mystery, and social commentary. Vincent Tirado has created a stunning world that is both terrifying and beautiful, and he has filled it with characters that are complex, flawed, and unforgettable. Readers will be on the edge of their seats as they race to uncover the truth and save the forest from destruction. This is a must-read for fans of Tiffany D. Jackson, Lamar Giles, and Ryan Douglass."

Weight: 328g
Dimension: 140 x 210 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781728280103