Gateway
Like a lot of teens, Daiyu feels like she doesn’t belong. Being a Chinese adoptee in St. Louis, Daiyu often feels isolated. Looking for a tangible connection to her heritage, Daiyu buys a black jade ring at a street fair. But the ring is more than just a symbol of where she’s from; it is actually infused with magical powers, which transport Daiyu into a version of St. Louis that resembles 19th century China. Soon Daiyu is recruited as a spy, and she forms an attachment to Kalen, a cute guy who is also part of the program. As she gets further into her new life, Daiyu finds herself missing her old life more and more. If she is able to return home, though, will that mean that Daiyu will never see Kalen again? Readers who can’t get enough of this involving fantasy will be happy to know that it is the kick-off to a projected series.
