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In "Dearest," Alethea Kontis intertwines traditional fairy-tale motifs with an original tale of love and magic. The quiet, caring heart of Friday Woodcutter speaks to readers as she unveils a palace hidden beneath a forest canopy. There, in the sleeping chamber of Sunday’s royal sister, Friday finds seven brothers enchanted by a daytime swan curse. Among them, Tristan captures her immediate heart. Together, Friday and Tristan must harness the special magic she possesses to lift the brothers’ transformation and restore them to their true selves. The story balances tenderness with moments of tension, offering a fresh perspective on classic motifs.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Alethea Kontis
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