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Gatehouse
ONE SMALL MISTAKE… Just one misstep and now young elf Gwenyre’s life is changed forever.
After accidentally breaking trollish law, Gwenyre faces a horribly unfair sentence: a lifetime of indentured servitude at the prison estate Gatehouse. The estate is run by troll wardens - the most fearsome of which, Sylvan, seems to have it out for the little elf. Though she is determined to get back to her family and leave Gatehouse forever, Gwenyre soon finds things to love about the prison as it becomes home: best friends, mentors, and even a romantic interest in the human Lord Sampson.
While there, she discovers many things about herself, from family secrets to unknown levels of magic. Can she find true happiness in the worst of circumstances, or will Sylvan’s cruelty lead to her destruction? Find out when you step through the doors of Gatehouse, the debut novel of Bree Aguiar.
This coming-of-age YA fantasy is a quick read for the beach (or even when cuddled up by a warm fireplace). It's a warm story that includes all the great elements of traditional fantasies - action, magic, friendship and, of course, romance.
(Recommended ages 14+)
After accidentally breaking trollish law, Gwenyre faces a horribly unfair sentence: a lifetime of indentured servitude at the prison estate Gatehouse. The estate is run by troll wardens - the most fearsome of which, Sylvan, seems to have it out for the little elf. Though she is determined to get back to her family and leave Gatehouse forever, Gwenyre soon finds things to love about the prison as it becomes home: best friends, mentors, and even a romantic interest in the human Lord Sampson.
While there, she discovers many things about herself, from family secrets to unknown levels of magic. Can she find true happiness in the worst of circumstances, or will Sylvan’s cruelty lead to her destruction? Find out when you step through the doors of Gatehouse, the debut novel of Bree Aguiar.
This coming-of-age YA fantasy is a quick read for the beach (or even when cuddled up by a warm fireplace). It's a warm story that includes all the great elements of traditional fantasies - action, magic, friendship and, of course, romance.
(Recommended ages 14+)
179 pages, Paperback
Published June 30, 2021
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About the author
Bree Aguiar
1 book14 followersBree Aguiar was born October 1994 in Fall River, Massachusetts. She is one of many cousins in her large, Portuguese family. Growing up, her best friends were fictional characters. She graduated from Stonehill College in 2016 with a B.A. in Political Science and currently works full time as a risk manager, though writing is her passion. Her favorite genres to read are fantasy, science fiction, horror, and thrillers, but her own work focuses on YA fantasy. Her debut novel, Gatehouse, was released in 2021. Her inspirations can be found in the works of Brandon Sanderson, Sarah J Maas, and Haruki Murakami. When she is not writing, she can be found reading, cross-stitching, crocheting, and watching Jeopardy. She currently resides in Massachusetts with her fiancé, Nick, their two cats Mochi and Kimchi, and their dog Phoebe.
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December 14, 2025
Easy read. Didn’t want to put it down. Would definitely recommend to read.
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