Bethany C. Morrow's A Song Below Water is the story for today's
readers -- a captivating modern fantasy about Black sirens, friendship,
and self-discovery set against the challenges of today's racism and
sexism.
In a society determined to keep her under lock and key, Tavia must hide
her siren powers.
Meanwhile, Effie is fighting her own family struggles, pitted against
literal demons from her past. Together, these best friends must navigate
through the perils of high school's junior year.
But everything changes in the aftermath of a siren murder trial that
rocks the nation, and Tavia accidentally lets out her magical voice at
the worst possible moment.
Soon, nothing in Portland, Oregon, seems safe. To save themselves from
drowning, it's only Tavia and Effie's unbreakable sisterhood that proves
to be the strongest magic of all.
"It's beautiful and it's brilliant."--Jason Reynolds, #1 New York
Times bestselling author and National Ambassador for Young People's
Literature
"An enthralling tale of Black girl magic and searing social commentary
ready to rattle the bones." -- Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times
bestselling author of The Belles