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A horror, suspense and at times humorous fiction novel that explores the depth of personal trauma, fears, and finding voice.
Donna is having a midlife crisis. She quits her job to go on the road like she always wanted to. She wants to explore, be bold, and feel like herself again. Her favorite niece convinces her to document her summer of travel and self-discovery in a blog. Reluctant at first, feeling old and out of place among the trend of young bloggers, Donna rediscovers an appreciation for life and opportunity in this online diary she entitles A Summer of a Hundred Hikes.
Nearing the middle of this goal, Donna makes a last-minute change in her itinerary and choses a trail far off the beaten path. This leads to a trail, a journey, a fall into her nightmares.
Without warning, a five-year-old boy becomes invisible to his family and the world around him. Unseen. Unheard. Forgotten. He chases after his parents, but the only person who can see him is another child experiencing the same separation. Left to make a life of their choosing, they give themselves new names - Des and Mar.
Three more children across the world - Pab, Ren, and San - are removed as well. They are free to do as they please, go where they wish, and explore without limits. They have different ideas as to why this is happening and what to do next. But they all ask the same questions: Is it a gift or a curse? How many more will be removed? Is there a way to break the separation? Would it be safe to be seen again?
After they grow into teenagers and find one another, they discover answers and their first sense of belonging-a new family ready to find a home. However, peace is threatened by a little girl in danger as Des tries to help from across the separation.
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Round Draft of a Rough Draft
To Hover Over Waters alternates perspective in narrative. Each chapter is divided into three sections, stories, points-of-view. This is what one section of one chapter looks like when it comes spilling out of my head.
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Reviews:
IndieReader RATING: 4.8 stars (out of 5)
IR Verdict: TO HOVER OVER WATERS is a reflective, unique and lyrical literary novel for young adults with nuanced characters, global adventures, and dreamlike storytelling that uses its intriguing premise as a backdrop to explore the far-reaching trauma of abandonment. Jesse Banner’s intentional and eloquent storytelling creates a captivating, character-driven novel that is hard to put down. –IndieReader ReviewWithout warning, a five-year old boy becomes invisible to his family and the world around him.
Festive settings in international locales cleverly provide foils for the children’s isolation…Magical powers, hallucinogenic visions, and a dash of romance pepper the deeply philosophical narrative. The mysterious ending suggests preparation for a sequel, a welcome notion because the Rahirrem’s adventures have only just begun. As these “chosen” children grow, grapple with their pasts, and nurture one another, their experiences are sure to uplift the reader.
Takeaway: This lyrical fantasy delves into childhood trauma, resilience, and solidarity for fans of both YA and literary fiction.
–BookLife Review, Publishers Weekly
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