I'm not shocked that David has done it again. I've been fortunate to befriend Sodergren in the last year—a friendship I'm deeply grateful for. I want to thank David for trusting me to beta read "Summer of the Monsters."

This novel follows Lucy, a teen who recently lost her mom and is moving from the bustling city to the Scottish Highlands with her dad, Brian. Moving to Helsbridge is a desperate attempt to restore their finances and encourage Brian to write again. But something lies within the woods... forces of good and evil will change this small town forever.

If you know me, when I say this one is Haar-level worthy, you know I'm serious. I loved this book deeply. Lucy's character mirrors my own experience of losing my mom in my teens and navigating life with an equally lost parent. This is more than just a coming-of-age novel—it's about love and hope, defiance and trust. When I picked up this book, I didn't put it down for two days. I was either on the edge of my seat, laughing out loud, or crying my eyes out. Sodergren understands the intricacies of what it means to be human—it's his superpower. Every character has a purpose, every chapter holds a secret, and the setting is unmatched (as usual).

I can't wait for everyone to experience "Summer of the Monsters." You might even see some familiar names