(2) YA Red Abbey Chronicles series. Translated by A. A. Prime. This prequel to Maresi chronicles the early lives of the founding sisters of the Red Abbey, an island refuge for girls who have been abused. Turtschaninoff evokes colorful backstories and complex psyches, ultimately weaving these women's relationships, personalities, and experiences into a potent, collaborative self-rescue from bondage. The backdrop of sexual violence is difficult, but in the foreground is a fierce exposition of female courage and resilience.

Reviewer: Deirdre F. Baker | Horn Book Magazine Issue: January, 2018

(2) YA Red Abbey Chronicles series. Maresi has learned to love the kind, cooperative way of life at Red Abbey, the vibrant women's community on a remote island committed to the rites of the First Mother. When traumatized newcomer Jai arrives, Maresi learns her own potent role in the power of the First Mother. Turtschaninoff puts traditional elements of female magic to effective dramatic use in this subtle fantasy.

Reviewer: Deirdre F. Baker | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2016