In *Keeper of the Lost Cities* by Shannon Messenger, Sophie Foster, a 12-year-old girl, has always felt out of place in the human world. With the ability to read minds, she hides her extraordinary power, fearing she doesn't belong. Everything changes when she meets a mysterious boy named Fitz, who reveals that she's actually an elf and belongs in a world separate from humans. He takes her to the Lost Cities, a hidden society where elves live in peace, and Sophie discovers that she has been hidden in the human world for a reason.
As Sophie navigates her new life in the Lost Cities, attending the prestigious Foxfire Academy, she grapples with learning the truth about her past and her rare abilities. Along the way, Sophie makes friends and uncovers secrets, but also faces dangerous enemies who are intent on capturing her. The book sets the stage for a thrilling journey as Sophie unravels the mysteries of her origins while confronting the challenges of her newfound world.
