About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the pressure of high expectations or feels overwhelmed by a new talent they haven't quite mastered yet. It is an ideal choice for the middle-grade reader who loves history but needs a story that mirrors their own internal struggle with responsibility and the fear of letting others down. Tormod is the Chosen One, a boy destined to wield great power and protect sacred relics from the French King's men. However, the story focuses less on his 'chosen' status and more on his very human struggle to control his frightening visions. It addresses the weight of being told you are special when you feel anything but ready. Through a blend of 14th-century history and fantasy, it explores resilience and the slow process of building self-confidence under fire.
