young adult fantasy author
G. M. DIDESIDERO
Chickasaw story artist
Journey to Terra
UNDROWNED
Jasper Lindstedt is fine being a high school drop out and small-time thief—until he accidentally releases a Shapeshifter and that liar Harissa blames him for its mischief. Now Terra’s Patron gods seem to think he’s the answer to their Underworld problems. Jasper has one month before his interview below. If he refuses? Snakes will drag him to an island in the Underworld made entirely of snakes.
Meanwhile, Harissa Delmar is trapped in a world of lies and spies under ruthless Tiger clan leader, DeBarco. She risks everything by running. Now his spies are hunting her. And if they catch her, she could become his next experiment.
Tempers flare when Jasper and Harissa land in the same village, sparking resentments and new complications. To escape their fates, they must set aside their differences, confront the guardians who abandoned them, and unravel a betrayal woven into the very fabric of their world.
Meet the Author
Gina DiDesidero is a debut Chickasaw author, born and raised in the Tri-Cities, Washington. She grew up knowing she had Chickasaw roots and marveling at her Grandpa Cutchentubby’s name, but not having a personal connection to her tribe, until the Chickasaw Nation calendars came in the mail. The calendars opened a daily window into a vibrant, living community. Inspired to read every tribal story she could find, Gina discovering a profound connection with her heritage through storytelling. Today, Gina is proud to say Chickasha saya.
