Willa and her clan are the last of the Faeran, an ancient race of forest people who have lived in the Great Smoky Mountains for as long as the trees have grown there. But as crews of newly arrived humans start cutting down great swaths of the forest she loves, Willa is helpless to stop them. How can she fight the destroyers of the forest and their powerful machines?
When Willa discovers a mysterious dark hollow filled with strange and beautiful creatures, she comes to realize that it contains a terrifying force that seems to be hunting humans. Is unleashing these dangerous spirits the key to stopping the loggers? Willa must find a way to save the people and animals she loves and take a stand against an all-consuming darkness that threatens to destroy her world. This stirring story of mystery and magic continues Willa's story which began in the bestselling Willa of the Wood while exploring themes of family, nature, and our place in a fragile world.
"This duology closer is a captivating, stirring tale of family, friendship, the environment, and our place in the world. At every turn, Willa is faced with higher stakes and decisions that are even harder to make; the consequences of each choice weigh on her heart. The gorgeous prose and imagery of the mountains will inspire in readers a deep admiration for nature and support for Willa’s fight. A fantastic, heartbreaking crescendo that echoes beyond the final page." — Kirkus Reviews
Recommended Age | 10 - 14 |
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Author | Robert Beatty |
ISBN | 1368007600 |
Publication Date | May 4, 2021 |
Publisher | Disney-Hyperion |
Language | English |