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The Farthest-Away Mountain
157 pages
A timeless, plucky fairy tale quest that feels like wrapping up in a warm blanket on a rainy afternoon.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like stepping into a beloved, slightly worn storybook found in an attic. It carries the timeless, comforting cadence of a classic fairy tale, yet pulses with the bright, defiant energy of a heroine who refuses to stay put. The pace is brisk and inviting, pulling you along a path filled with whimsical magic, mild peril, and wondrous discoveries. The atmosphere balances cozy village familiarity with the crisp, enchanting air of high-altitude adventure. It is a story steeped in earnest yearning and the thrill of the unknown. Readers who delight in plucky, independent protagonists and the gentle, old-fashioned charm of traditional fantasy quests will find themselves completely enchanted by this warm, empowering journey.
- Mood
- enchanting
- wondrous
- cozy
- classic fairy-tale
- Tone
- earnest
- whimsical
- adventurous
- empowering
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- defying expectations · courage and independence · the magic of the unknown · coming of age
- The writing
- Classic, accessible, and gently evocative, carrying the timeless cadence of a traditional bedtime story.
- The arc
- Moves from restless yearning and stubborn determination to thrilling discovery and ultimate self-assurance.
- Who it's for
- Readers who love classic, gentle fantasy quests featuring plucky, independent heroines who chart their own course.
Content notes
- mild fantasy peril
- scary creatures
About the book
Once upon a time, in a village nestled in a mountain valley, lived a girl named Dakin. Dakin wants three things more than anything else: to visit the farthest-away mountain, to meet a gargoyle, and to marry a prince. Everyone in her village thinks she's crazy, especially since no one has ever been to the farthest-away mountain. But one day, when she is nearly 15, she hears the mountain calling her. Dakin sets off on a tantalizing journey that will change her life, and the lives of others, forever.
Description from Open Library.
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