Child of Earth & Sky by Menna van Praag

Bantam Press. Hardcover. NEW. In the realm of vivid contrasts, where bright-white wishes intertwine with black-edged desires, the Grimm girls reign supreme. Each possessing mastery over a single element, they wield their powers with unstoppable force. However, an extraordinary prophecy emerges—a child born from the union of a Grimm and a fallen star will possess command over all elements and possess infinite power. At the tender age of twenty-one, Goldie finds herself embracing motherhood after giving birth to a daughter conceived with her departed lover. Now approaching thirty, Goldie watches her daughter, Luna, grow into a remarkable nine-year-old. Born in the ethereal realm between life and death, Luna bears the markings of a star-soldier and possesses the essence of a Grimm. Yet, within her, these opposing forces wage a tumultuous war, igniting fear and concern in Goldie's heart. Terrified of losing her increasingly volatile child, Goldie chooses to flee, seeking refuge from the unfolding chaos. However, a tragic act of violence disrupts her plans, compelling her to return and face the grim reality that Luna has been taken into care. Separated from her daughter, Goldie discovers a flicker of hope that they can still meet amidst the enigmatic otherworld known as Everwhere—a haunted realm filled with enchantment and uncertainty. With a burning desire to reclaim her precious daughter, Goldie must confront the sinister forces corrupting Everwhere, for the realm's delicate balance crumbles as fresh leaves cascade to the ground and Grimm girls fall victim to an unknown menace. Haunted by the apprehension of her father's return, Goldie realizes that her path to success cannot be ventured alone. As the inevitability of her plight sets in, she summons her sisters, acknowledging that the strength of sisterhood may bear the weight of the terrible price that awaits them all. In this tale of juxtaposing forces, where light and dark dance and entwine, Goldie's journey to reunite with Luna and protect the fragile balance of Everwhere unfolds. Together with her sisters, they must navigate treacherous paths, face unimaginable challenges, and confront the true nature of power and sacrifice. As they stand on the precipice of a destiny intertwined with love, loss, and the unity of sisterhood, it remains to be seen whether Goldie's unwavering determination will be enough to reshape their world and secure a future where the Grimm girls can thrive once more.