Delve into the chilling and imaginative young adult novel Drawn Away by Holly Bennett — a gripping paranormal tale that reimagines Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Match Girl with a dark, modern twist!

One moment, high-school senior Jack is dozing off in math class; the next, he’s inexplicably pulled into a shadowy, cobblestoned street from another time, where a thin, intense girl wrapped in rags sells matches and calls out to him. Each time Jack is drawn into this gray, solitary world, the girl — known as the Match Girl — grows stronger and more alive, while Jack struggles to understand the dangerous pull between them. As the boundaries between reality and this eerie realm blur, Jack must confront unsettling forces and uncover hidden truths to break free before it’s too late.

Holly Bennett crafts a smart, atmospheric story with strong pacing, well-developed characters, and a clever blend of classic fairy tale elements and contemporary teen life — full of suspense, emotional depth, and a touch of the supernatural that keeps readers hooked.

Ideal for young adult readers who enjoy paranormal mysteries with literary roots and strong protagonists, fans of dark fairy tale retellings or urban ghost stories with heart, those drawn to tales of danger, connection, and the power of stories across time, and anyone who appreciates thoughtful YA fiction that mixes chills with insight — perfect for gripping evening reads or fans of authors like Holly Black or Kendare Blake .