A whimsical all-ages fable exploring diversity and belonging…

Mattie, the first porcupine born without any spines, is banished from her clan for being different. She’s quickly picked up by the circus due to her commercial potential. At first, she loves the attention, but soon an emptiness grows deep within. That’s when Pearson convinces her they belong in the wilderness instead of being enslaved under a ringmaster's control. After all, love is not efficient, predictable, or domesticated.

Will her heartache finally end by escaping from the golden prison of performing, producing, and perfecting? Will she discover that love and belonging are wild and untamed like who she was originally created to be?

Follow Mattie and Pearson’s fantastical journey as they face their painful pasts only to discover their differences are their superpowers. It’s an unforgettably rare story that speaks to every age because it's about what we all desire: to feel comfortable in our own skin.