Fata Morgana

Her ordinary life was ripped apart. Her destiny just began.

Genre: Teen & Young Adult Fantasy, Middle Grade Fantasy, Portal Fantasy, Fairy Fantasy, Coming-of-Age

One moment, 13-year-old Paisley Peare is on a quiet family vacation, blending into the background as usual. The next, a shimmering portal tears her ordinary world apart, thrusting her into Syringa, a land of breathtaking beauty and terrifying magic. Here, fairies aren't just folklore; they're very real, and Paisley is an unwelcome intruder, branded a fugitive in a world she doesn't understand.

On the run, Paisley's only hope lies with four renegade fairies-outcasts like her-who reluctantly become her allies. Together, this unlikely band navigates treacherous landscapes, outwits cunning pursuers, and uncovers a looming threat that could shatter Syringa forever.

With the unexpected help of a friendly ghost, a new magic formula, and newly discovered ancient spells, Paisley begins to unravel the deep secrets of Syringa. She discovers a hidden strength within herself and a rare, ancient fairy skill she never knew she possessed. Tested in ways she never imagined, she becomes the first human to undergo a forbidden ceremony, gaining the incredible ability to shapeshift and wield powerful magic. She is now, against all odds, The Accidental Fairy.

But extraordinary power comes with an even greater secret. To protect Syringa from a devastating curse, Paisley must vow to keep her new identity hidden forever, even from her own world. Can a shy girl who stumbled through a portal become the unlikely hero Syringa desperately needs, while safeguarding a secret that binds her to a world she can never truly leave?

Join Paisley on an epic adventure filled with courage, loyalty, and breathtaking magic. Perfect for readers who love portal fantasy, coming-of-age stories, and tales of hidden powers where unlikely heroes save the day.