The Dreamway
The Dreamway by Lisa Papademetriou, published by HarperCollins on October 30, 2018, is a 304-page work of juvenile fiction that delves into the realms of fantasy and magic. This story follows Stella Clay, who embarks on a journey into her dreams to rescue her twin brother, Cole, from a shadowy creature that has altered his essence. As Stella navigates this peculiar world, she encounters a talking mouse, a nervous dragonfly, and a mysterious pirate, all while uncovering the deeper emotional struggles that accompany her brother’s transformation.
Readers will find an allegorical exploration of childhood depression woven throughout the narrative, as Stella confronts themes of anger, anxiety, and insecurity. The Dreamway presents a unique perspective on family dynamics and the challenges faced by young individuals, offering insights into hope and recovery. This edition invites readers to engage with the complexities of mental health in a fantastical setting, making it a thoughtful addition to discussions around social themes and emotional well-being.
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New York Times bestselling author Lisa Papademetriou delivers her most fantastical, emotional story yet in this tale of a young girl’s journey into her dreams to save her brother from the darkness that surrounds him. Perfect for fans of A Wrinkle in Time, The Phantom Tollbooth, and Echo.
Every night, your sleeping body stays in your bed, while the you of you travels deep beneath the earth to ride the complex rails of the Dreamway….
Stella Clay thought it was just another ordinary day at her drab gray school. Then her twin brother, Cole, is attacked by a shadowy creature on their way home, and Stella’s world turns positively peculiar. Suddenly, her brother seems different, almost dimmer, like a candle about to flicker out.
And then a talking mouse shows up in her bedroom.
Stella discovers that the real Cole has been taken prisoner in the Dreamway. Determined to find him, she sets out with the “help” of a stuck-up rodent, a nervous dragonfly, and a mysterious pirate, and finds her way to the darkest edge of the Dreamway to bring her brother home…before he’s trapped forever.
In this allegorical exploration of childhood depression, with a moving author note that follows, Lisa Papademetriou gently and safely illustrates for her readers the emotional effects of anger, anxiety, and insecurity—and illuminates a pathway to hope and recovery.
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