The Cocoa Heartbeat

What if the secret to saving a magical world wasn't belief. but logic?Twelve-year-old Oliver Thorne trusts only what can be measured, tested, and proven. He believes in science, schedules, and perfectly sharpened pencils-not magic. But when molten fudge begins leaking from his basement floor, Oliver is pulled into the Kingdom of Orizaba-a breathtaking land of chocolate rivers, peppermint forests, and shimmering sugar skies.
Orizaba is dying. A silent force known as the Bitter Blight is draining all sweetness from the world, turning wonder into dust. The legendary Easter Queen is fading, and an ancient prophecy speaks of a "Logic-Bringer" from the Gray World-a child who can repair the broken gears of the kingdom before its heart stops beating forever. With the help of Tilly, a fearless knight in ginger-snap armor, Oliver must navigate the twisting Licorice Labyrinth, outthink the creeping salt shadows, and confront the biggest mystery of all:Can logic and imagination coexist?Perfect for readers who love whimsical adventures, heartfelt coming-of-age stories, and richly imaginative worlds, The Cocoa Heartbeat is a magical tale about responsibility, hope, and protecting the sweetness that makes life worth living.
Because sometimes, the most powerful magic. is understanding how things work.