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Skellig, by David Almond, is a magical coming-of-age story about

Michael, whose world shifts when he discovers a strange, winged creature (part-angel, part-owl) in his new home's garage, leading him and new friend Mina to secretly care for it. In the meantime, Michael's baby sister becomes critically ill. The book explores themes of life, death, evolution, and wonder as the creature helps bring hope and healing.