helen

Helen is Lotte’s kin and a pillar of strength in her imagination. Lotte’s ability to tumble into books is a matter of playing with time and lineage. Helen is a guide to Lotte as she experiences a new adventure. Helen is Black and indigenous, born from the circumstances of American colonialism. She reaches out to Lotte through her imagination and offers courage, knowledge and grace as Lotte tries to ignite her light.