Book details
The Scratch Daughters (The Scapegracers Book 2)
Description
The Craft for Gen Z: The Scratch Daughters, indie bestselling author H. A. Clarke crafts a brilliant sequel to The Scapegracers: a raw and roiling tribute to queer lineage, to finding oneself, and to the deep love of chosen family. Sideways Pike is desperate. It turns out that Madeline Kline didn't want to make out with her; infinitely worse, she was only flirting to get access to Sideways' specter. Madeline has ripped the magical soul out of Sideways' throat, and with it, everything that makes a witch feel whole. Madeline would know: the Chantry boys took hers, and she's going to use Sideways' specter to hunt them down and get it back. Sideways Pike, lesbian witch extraordinaire, isn't going to let little things like a treacherous crush or a brutal family of creepy witch hunters stop her, even if it means tracking down Madeline without the Scapegracersher best friends, her coven, the girls she's come to love ferociously above all else. But Sideways and her trusty bike are in for a bumpy ride . . .
Age
13-14
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
400 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Continuation of a Unique Story: 'The Scratch Daughters' is the second book in 'The Scapegracers' series, allowing readers to dive deeper into the world Clarke H. A. has created. Fans of the first book will want to continue following the adventures of Sideways Pike and her coven, exploring the consequences of their actions from the first book.
- LGBTQ+ Representation: The series is known for its inclusive representation of LGBTQ+ characters, providing a diverse range of perspectives and experiences. Reading 'The Scratch Daughters' supports and celebrates queer narratives in young adult fiction.
- Witchcraft and Magic: For those who are fascinated by stories of witchcraft, magic, and the supernatural, this book offers an engaging and fresh take on these themes. The author weaves a tale that combines modern witchcraft with traditional lore, creating a compelling magical system and storyline.
- Character Development: The second installment in a series often allows for deeper character development and complex interpersonal dynamics. 'The Scratch Daughters' promises to delve into the personal growth of its characters as they face new challenges and the evolution of their relationships with one another.