Book details
Whispering Wildwood
Description
Korinne Woodsorrow is trapped. Not only at her parents lumbermill but also in a village where she's shunned. Worse than that, she's stuck sacrificing the life she wants for the person she loves.Next to the lumbermill looms the deadly Whispering Wildwood, with its magical creatures and mystical plants. The wildwood is not to be spoken of and not to be entered.Yet, when disaster strikes, Korinne has to take her brother--who is all muscles and heart but not much brain--with her into the wildwood on a death-defying quest. Guided by a dashing rogue of a pirate and hunted by mysterious monsters, this quest soon goes deeper into a world of fairytales, danger, and wonder.Korinne quickly has to figure out who and what to trust. As well as her new future, her sexuality, and of course - what happens if a quest changes into something completely different while you're on it?
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
482 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Fantasy World: 'Whispering Wildwood' likely offers a richly imagined fantasy world filled with magic, mystery, and adventure, providing an immersive escape from the everyday world.
- Dynamic Characters: The book may feature compelling characters with intricate backstories and growth arcs, allowing readers to form deep connections and see aspects of themselves reflected in the characters' journeys.
- Unique Plot Twists: With a title like 'Whispering Wildwood,' readers can anticipate unexpected plot twists and turns that keep the pages turning and the excitement high throughout the story.
- Themes of Nature and Magic: The book is expected to intertwine themes of nature and magic, exploring the relationship between the natural world and the mystical, which can be both thought-provoking and enchanting for readers.