Between Flowers and Bones - (The Restorationists) by Carolyn Leiloglou

About the Book

Twelve-year-old Georgia must overcome self-doubt and jealousy as she, her cousin Vincent, and Gramps set out rescue her parents from the Distortionists.

Book Synopsis

In a world where paintings become portals and adventure lurks behind every canvas, the young Restorationists discover that every Gift was made to fight the darkness in the second novel of the thrilling series from the award-winning author of Beneath the Swirling Sky.

"Plenty of fast-paced action [with] a gentle feel . . . a sweet and thoroughly researched story with a firm moral grounding."--Kirkus Reviews

Twelve-year-old Georgia assumed she would one day be the last Restorationist protecting art from evil forces. So she was thrilled when her cousin Vincent finally joined the family calling.

But Vincent's flashier Gift makes Georgia feel like a sidekick rather than a hero. And things only get more complicated and perilous after he willingly steps into the heart of danger.

Will the remnants of the Restorationists' society fracture under the pressure of the Distortionists' schemes? Or is Georgia's Gift really enough to rescue her family, the art world, the Restorationists--and ultimately save the day?

Review Quotes

"Masterfully blends fantastical feats with poignant life lessons in this heartfelt exploration of identity and belonging. A charming addition to any young reader's bookshelf!"--Ambre Sautter, founder of Reshelving Alexandria and host of the Stories from the Ashes podcast

"Carolyn Leiloglou has done it again! Families will be delighted and inspired to read this book together--then go visit some museums or pick up a paintbrush!"--J. D. Peabody, author of The Inkwell Chronicles series

"Plenty of fast-paced action [with] a gentle feel . . . A sweet and thoroughly researched story with a firm moral grounding."--Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Carolyn Leiloglou is the granddaughter of an art collector, daughter of an art teacher, and homeschooling mom to four wildly creative kids. She's the author of the Restorationists series and the award-winning Library's Most Wanted. Her poems and short stories have appeared in children's magazines around the world, including Highlights and Cricket. Carolyn also reviews her favorite children's books on her platform, House full of Bookworms.

Vivienne To is a New Zealand-based illustrator and visual development artist. She has designed several animated feature films and created cover and interior illustrations for many middle grade books. When she isn't drawing, Vivienne can be found knitting on the couch, watching cute dogs at the local park, or reading in the children's section of the library.