RETURN TO SUMMERLAND – Noushin Jahanian (Launch Pad)
0| The Launch Pad Manuscript Competition Presents… | |
| Title: | RETURN TO SUMMERLAND |
| Logline: | While coping with the tragic death of a friend, a teenager tries to piece together her fractured memories of that fateful night, and soon discovers that she’s actually a witch and that her friend was killed in an act of dangerous black magic. Now it is up to her and her newfound coven to stop the vengeful spirit they mistakenly released. |
| Pitch: | PRETTY LITTLE LIARS meets THE CRAFT |
| Writer: | Noushin Jahanian |
| Genre: | Mystery | Supernatural | Young Adult |
| Why to Read: | With a great premise and a rollercoaster ride of a plot, this manuscript truly shines when it comes down to character. The characters all feel realistic, unique, and well-rounded, and the girls have distinct, believable relationships. Lark’s erased memory makes for a lot of great suspense, and the way they are all haunted by what happened to Beth helps raise the emotional stakes again and again. A fantastic allegory for grief and guilt, the skill and originality of the writing and premise makes this stand out from the crowd, leading to a YA series that young women will respond to in droves. |
| Request: | CLICK HERE TO REQUEST THE MANUSCRIPT |
