Beneath the Swirling Sky, book one of The Restorationists
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‘Swirling Sky introduces us to a strange and magical world–the world of visual art–and the even stranger and more magical connection Vincent’s family has with that world. But there is nothing strange in the questions about power, trust, and belonging that Vincent must face. A captivating story that paints relatable childhood struggles against a background of brilliant adventure.
Carolyn Leiloglou is a wonderful writer with a big heart for her readers. Many modern novels for kids are so much negative space, but this carefully composed story is certain to captivate and delight your creative kids.
Beneath the Swirling Sky is a riveting start to an exciting new series from the creative mind of Carolyn Leiloglou. A truly absorbing tale that drew me into the colorful and mysterious world of the Restorationists, kindling my imagination—and heart—all along the way. I can’t wait to read this with my kids!
A house full of paintings, a missing sister, and a family secret send a boy and his cousin into a world where art is the key in this fantasy adventure perfect for fans of The Wingfeather Saga and Pages & Co.
After an experience he’d rather forget, Vincent is determined to be done with art. So when he and his little sister, Lili, spend spring break with their art conservator great-uncle, Vincent’s plan is to stay glued to his phone.
That is, until Lili disappears into one of the world’s most famous paintings and Vincent learns his parents have been hiding something from him: Their family is the last of The Restorationists, a secret society with the power to travel through paintings—and a duty to protect them from evil forces.
With Lili’s safety on the line, leaving art behind is no longer an option. Vincent must team up with his know-it-all second-cousin Georgia, wrestle with why his parents lied to him, and confront both his past and a future he never wanted. Young readers are invited into a captivating universe where paintings become a portal—and adventure and danger lurk beyond every canvas.
