Age Group: 9 - 12 Years

Description: Twelve-year-old Marinka lives with her grandmother, Baba Yaga, in a house that walks on chicken legs and serves as a gateway for guiding spirits to the afterlife. While Marinka is expected to become a Yaga herself, she longs for a normal life with real friends and freedom from her inherited destiny. When she breaks the rules in pursuit of friendship, her beloved grandmother disappears, forcing Marinka on a courageous journey through loss, grief, and self-discovery. The novel beautifully explores themes of belonging, family, and acceptance, offering hope to readers who feel out of place.