As I Enfold You in Petals

Newly sober, Curtis searches for healing in the ancient cultural practices of his Tl?cho Dene grandfather. But will the Little People answer his call?

Curtis has returned to Fort Smith, six weeks sober. He doesn't have any sober friends, his mom's still drinking, and his best friend (and secret crush) Lacey probably is too. Still, he's determined to abstain from alcohol and help his people. Along the way, he might just be able to help himself.

Louis, Curtis's late grandfather, was a healer. Legend has it, Louis made a deal with the Little People that gave him the power to heal. No one has heard from the Little People since Louis's death, but his cabin may hold the key for them to return. There's only one problem: Benny the Bank stands in the way.

An infamous bootlegger, Benny has profited off Fort Smith's pain for decades. After being critically wounded in an attempt on his life, Benny knows he doesn't have much time before the poison in his blood takes him. He also happens to own Louis's cabin.

Can Curtis convince Benny to return the home that once belonged to Louis? Will the Little People answer Curtis's call? And can Benny find a way to make amends and leave a legacy he can be proud of?

A stunning, fast-paced graphic novel, As I Enfold You in Petals will keep readers riveted until the last page.

Author: Richard Van Camp
Publisher: Highwater Press
Published: 04/25/2023
Pages: 72
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.48lbs
Size: 9.87h x 6.62w x 0.21d
ISBN: 9781774920411
Audience: Young Adult


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 03/15/2023
Booklist 05/15/2023 pg. 37