The Kingdom of Hai’Leigh has been at the mercy of a dark wizard for longer than most can remember. Never ending night has brought sickness to the forests and the people. Children are captured by monsters for nefarious purpose, and the adults who leave to fight never return.When Lynn’s younger brother Ben is captured by monsters, she embarks on a journey led by hope, and discovers the courage and power within that may just save their dying world.
Kenton J Moore has been telling stories his whole life, from the moment he could speak. Whether that means recounting his adventures as a Veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy, or the many other anecdotes of his childhood growing up on farms in the British Columbia interior near Kamloops. His passions range from wordsmithing to archery and to the home-brewing of Meads, Wine, and beer. He currently resides near Kamloops BC where he keeps bees on the family farm, works as an Inventory Analyst, and does his best to keep up to his dog Duke. Kenton writes predominantly fiction, in a range from children's fantasy to horror. His favourite genre is science-fiction, especially the Steampunk and Dieselpunk sub-genres. He holds a certificate in Writing for Animation, and a Diploma in Video Game Design.
This novella is a tale like no other. The story is both hopeful and inspiring, while still being dark and emotional. Its fantasy elements are unique, thoughtful, and well designed. The writing is fluid and easy to follow for children and adults alike, without being too juvenile in nature. You're left believing in magic and the braveness of children.
The story is well told, in the fairy tale style. The author keeps the story moving, with just the right amount of detail. I recommend it, in particular for Middle Readers, or for family reading with children ages 8 to 13.
when I first read this novella, I was worried that it was too juvenile. but then I reminded myself: this is a children's campfire story and it's perfectly constructed as such! read this along Moore's other book, Vallen, to really understand some deep lore within the Cloudbreakers universe.