A fantasy-realism novel of romance, adventure, and self-discovery. Nineteen-year-old Alison discovers a poem in her school's literary magazine, only for it vanish off the page the next day. She then begins a search for the poet-but he has a secret. Alison feels she's being followed by someone, who has special powers. She is about to learn magic is real, and while it can open up amazing new experiences, it can also be dangerous and untrustworthy. And if Alison wants to explore the world of magic, she'll have to turn her back on love, endure the rigors of apprenticeship, and contend with strange beings and their cryptic messages. And what if the person you've entrusted as your mentor seems to be losing their grip on reality? In CrossWinds, friendships are tested, love and poetry have a special significance, and magic is crucial to understanding reality.