If you're looking to escape reality and enter a whole new world, The Hazel Wood by Melissa Albert is the perfect read for you. 17-year-old Alice Proserpine and her mother Ella have had bad luck following them everywhere they go. Her grandmother, Althea Proserpine, a well-known fairy tale author is known for her peculiar stories. Alice has always felt a strange impulse to learn more about Althea, but her mother refuses to give her information. The plot thickens as you discover how Alice’s unluckiness connects to her grandmother’s stories. This novel is the perfect balance between fantasy, thrill, and mystery. Packed with twists and turns, it is nearly impossible to put down.