Twelve-year-old Marinka dreams of a normal life with friends, but she's destined to become the next Yaga, a guardian who guides the dead through the Gate to the afterlife. Her grandmother's magical house has chicken legs that wander to new locations each night, keeping Marinka isolated from the living world. When Marinka's rebellious actions lead to a terrible mistake, she must embark on a perilous journey through the living and spirit worlds to set things right. This enchanting story reimagines Slavic folklore about Baba Yaga, exploring themes of destiny, loss, and finding one's own path.