<p><b>Bethany C. Morrow''s <i>A Song Below Water</i></b><b> is the story for today¿s readers ¿ a captivating modern fantasy about Black sirens, friendship, and self-discovery set against the challenges of today''s racism and sexism. </b><br><br>In a society determined to keep her under lock and key, Tavia must hide her siren powers. <br><br>Meanwhile, Effie is fighting her own family struggles, pitted against literal demons from her past. Together, these best friends must navigate through the perils of high school¿s junior year.<br><br>But everything changes in the aftermath of a siren murder trial that rocks the nation, and Tavia accidentally lets out her magical voice at the worst possible moment.<br><br>Soon, nothing in Portland, Oregon, seems safe. To save themselves from drowning, it¿s only Tavia and Effie¿s unbreakable sisterhood that proves to be the strongest magic of all.<br><br>"It''s beautiful and it''s brilliant.¿--Jason Reynolds, #1<i> New York Times</i> bestselling author