An intersection of magic and storytelling with familial love and loss told in alternating time periods. As part of Operation Pied Piper 3 million children were evaluated from.popular centers to supposedly safer rural homes in 4 days. Trainloads of children were send to different stations and "chosen" to live with families. This is the story of Hazel and her sister, Flora Lea, their secret magical kingdom of Whisperwood and a tragic day at the river. I found myself more drawn to the latter day story when Hazel finds a book about Whisperwood, but I can imagine msny folks would be more immersed in Whisperwood. Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.