* An intense look at the seeds of rebellion and the individual consequences they sometimes reap. "BCCB, starred review"
Hellisen creates an interesting world where magic and superstition rule. "VOYA"
Hellisen's captivating debut will haunt readers. "School Library Journal"
Debut author Hellisen's style features evocative descriptions and unflinching detail, drawing readers into the unusual and intriguing elements that make up Felicita's socially complex world. "Publishers Weekly"
World building intrigues, and the open-ended conclusion begs a sequel. "Kirkus Reviews"
Hellisen's first novel combines the survival tactics of Suzanne Collins' Hunger Games books with a fascinating array of magical creatures and powers. "Booklist""
"* An intense look at the seeds of rebellion and the individual consequences they sometimes reap." --BCCB, starred review
"Hellisen creates an interesting world where magic and superstition rule." --VOYA
"Hellisen's captivating debut will haunt readers." --School Library Journal
"Debut author Hellisen's style features evocative descriptions and unflinching detail, drawing readers into the unusual and intriguing elements that make up Felicita's socially complex world." --Publishers Weekly
"World building intrigues, and the open-ended conclusion begs a sequel." --Kirkus Reviews
"Hellisen's first novel combines the survival tactics of Suzanne Collins' Hunger Games books with a fascinating array of magical creatures and powers." --Booklist
Cat Hellisen lives in Capetown, South Africa, near the sea, and drinks a lot of tea. She tends not to start revolutions. When the Sea Is Rising Red is her first novel.