About This Book
Reach for this book when your child expresses a deep, protective love for the outdoors or feels a growing sense of responsibility to fix environmental problems. It is perfect for children who are beginning to notice the tension between human progress and the preservation of nature, providing a magical lens through which to explore complex feelings of grief and activism. Willa is a fierce and compassionate protagonist who must decide whether to fight destruction with more violence or find a path toward healing and balance. As the second book in the series, it explores themes of historical displacement and the cost of human industry through the eyes of the Faeran, a mythical forest race. While the story contains moments of intense peril and dark magic, it is ultimately a story about the power of kinship and the courage required to stand up for one's world. It is highly appropriate for middle-grade readers who enjoy atmospheric, slightly spooky adventures with high stakes and deep emotional resonance.
