CHLOE VEGA AND THE MISSING UNSEEN

Thirteen-year-old Chloe Vega returns for her second year at the Academy for Earth’s Agents of Magic.

After rescuing Mamá and Papá from Osthall, the dark sorcerer determined to strip the nonmagical of their rights, Chloe is bonded to the powerful gold opal gem. As she attempts to master its immense magic, she fears losing control and harming those she cares about. Under pressure from the academy’s leadership to harness the opal gem’s abilities, Chloe does accidentally injure a friend, leaving classmates wary of her just as Osthall and his followers prepare to strike again. The battle between good and evil unfolds alongside the Vega parents’ ongoing challenges as undocumented immigrants from Mexico living in the U.S. While coping with the ever-present threat of deportation, Chloe must balance the demands of her magical training with concern for her family and the strain her unpredictable powers have on her friendships. This entry deepens the moral complexity introduced in the first book, exploring the ways that even well-intentioned heroes can cause harm and suggesting that some villains may be driven by ideals that are understandable. Packed with action and meaningful emotional stakes, this sequel expands Chloe’s magical world while continuing to examine timely themes of identity and justice.

Compelling and character-driven fantasy with plenty of heart.