Grayling is the daughter of a wise woman, a hedge witch who uses nature to help those who come to her with concerns and afflictions for help. Her mother's powers are strong as is her nature and where her mother leads Grayling follows. But when the day dawns where an evil darkness burns down their cottage and causes her mother to take root in the ground, Grayling is the only one her mother can turn to for help. Grayling must set out to find other folk who like her mother use their magic to help free her before she is turned fully into a tree. Grayling will face her fears of inadequacy and her lack of magic to set out on a journey into the unknown world beyond the comfort of home.
Along the way she will meet other cunning folk who have been transformed into trees by the darkness. Her search will bring her a weather witch, a girl of indeterminate character, and an enchantress who sees no point in meddling in the affairs of mere witches. But with her new found friends Grayling will discover that far from being a weak girl she is on the brink of becoming a leader who will help unravel the mystery of the darkness that is stealing grimoires and leaving such destruction behind. Along the way they will face obstacles that will challenge their determination and reveal secrets that lie just underneath the veil of darkness.
This is a great fantasy story by an author whose writing brings history to life. Grayling's story is a lovely story about a young girl becoming a young woman secure in her abilities and the difference she brings into the lives of others. Cushman has infused the story with traditional folklore and believes and has left us a story that will warm your heart and fit right on the shelf next to your favorites for years.
Along the way she will meet other cunning folk who have been transformed into trees by the darkness. Her search will bring her a weather witch, a girl of indeterminate character, and an enchantress who sees no point in meddling in the affairs of mere witches. But with her new found friends Grayling will discover that far from being a weak girl she is on the brink of becoming a leader who will help unravel the mystery of the darkness that is stealing grimoires and leaving such destruction behind. Along the way they will face obstacles that will challenge their determination and reveal secrets that lie just underneath the veil of darkness.
This is a great fantasy story by an author whose writing brings history to life. Grayling's story is a lovely story about a young girl becoming a young woman secure in her abilities and the difference she brings into the lives of others. Cushman has infused the story with traditional folklore and believes and has left us a story that will warm your heart and fit right on the shelf next to your favorites for years.
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