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Set in a village where folklore breathes through every path, the story follows the Moon that has been held prisoner in a bog by the secretive Hidden Folk. When the townspeople suddenly notice the darkness replacing her usual glow, a collective effort begins to uncover the hidden forces and bring light back to the night sky. Through a blend of myth and community spirit, the narrative explores the power of belief and the bonds that unite a community.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Amanda Walsh
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