"Splintered (Splintered Series#1)" by A. G. Howard is a dark fantasy novel published by Abrams, Inc. in 2014. The trade paperback format makes it easy to read and holds 400 pages of captivating storytelling. This young adult fiction book follows Alice, a girl with schizophrenia, as she is transported to a parallel realm filled with fantastical creatures and supernatural events. With themes of mental illness, romance, and family, "Splintered" is sure to appeal to fans of the genre seeking a thrilling and quirky read.