Every shy ninth-grader has dreams-to fit in, to talk to their crush, maybe even to become popular. For Ana, those dreams are overshadowed by a nightmare when her only friend, Heloise, falls into a coma after a suspicious bus accident. Her world crumbles. School becomes unbearable. Until one fateful night, a strange dream becomes her lifeline.

Meet Arcadion, a mysterious light being who unveils a chilling reality-dark forces known as "Mind Worms" exist, feasting on the vulnerability of young minds, pushing them to unimaginable lengths of destruction. They targeted Heloise, and now they've set their eyes on Ana.

But all is not lost-Ana is destined to fight, to become a "Virtue," a force for good.

Her mission? Save Heloise, save her school, and save herself. To do this, she must enlist her classmates to stand with her, confronting their deepest fears to triumph over evil.

It's more than just a fight for survival-it's a battle for their souls. But do they have what it takes to face the hideous Mind Worms in their own realm? Or will they be enslaved forever?

A gripping novel that will challenge you, inspire you, and make you question-Do you have what it takes to face your fears and fight for what's right? Join Ana on her extraordinary journey