The Infinite Now

Gr 8 Up—Historical fiction is portrayed in a new way. Set against flu-ravaged Philadelphia in 1918, the story centers on Fiora Vincente, an orphan girl whose mother was the local fortune teller. But when not-so-good things start to happen, Fiora puts her community in a stagnant bubble of time, making her second guess her next steps. Told in first-person prose, this novel blends history with science fiction. Those who enjoy a story that appeals to the mind (and STEM topics) will gravitate to this work. Teens will be immersed in the intricate world-building and pulled in by the fast pace. Page after page, they will follow Fiora's journey until the bitter end. Twists and turns in the plot are unpredictable but still believable and will leave readers gasping for air each time the story changes course. Give this to teens interested in health and medicine, in addition to time travel and history buffs.