When You Trap a Tiger

Would you bargain with a tiger? In this enchanting tale, Korean folklore springs to life as shy, thoughtful Lily faces an otherworldly challenge. When a magical tiger from her halmoni’s stories appears, it reveals a family secret and offers Lily a deal: return what her grandmother stole from the tigers in exchange for Halmoni’s health. But magical deals are rarely straightforward, and Lily must find her voice, uncover her family’s past, and summon the courage to confront the tiger—and herself.

Brimming with heart, humor, and the transformative power of stories, this award-winning novel is perfect for readers who adore When You Trap a Tiger’s blend of myth and modernity, Inside Out and Back Again’s emotional depth, or the quiet strength of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon. A must-read for anyone who loves family-centered magic and finding courage in the most unexpected places!

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