Into The Nightfell Wood

(Hardback)

Publishing Details

Classifications

Physical Properties

Description

In this stunning sequel to The Silver Gate, Wynn and Elric are adjusting to life in a new, unfamiliar world. They may be safe now, but the Between is not without complications. For one thing, their adoptive mother, the benevolent fairy queen, is haunted by the memory of her child who was kidnapped long ago. She wont risk letting the same thing happen to Wynn and Elric, so the siblings must follow strict rules in the kingdom.

But that might be out of her control. Grief has been weakening the queens powers for years, and the protective shield around their kingdom is deteriorating. Wynn and Elric battled the Grendels forces on their way to the gate, but now they know he lives in the Nightfell Wood: a cruel, dangerous region beyond the kingdom where the elves reside. The shield has always protected the fairies from dark powers, but since the queen has long suspected the elves of playing a role in her daughters disappearance, she refuses to extend refuge to them.

When Wynn is coerced into the Nightfell Wood by a creature sent to do the Grendels bidding, Elric knows he must go after her to save her life. What they discover there-about fear, prejudice, and the true nature of evil-will change the fairy kingdom forever.

Reviews

"Exciting and satisfying, a tightly woven fantasy" -- Kirkus Reviews

"Bailey concocts an abundance of visual description, incident, and drama, satisfying readers' thirst for action...With all its colorful creatures, sparkling fairyland, and fetid wood, the substance of Bailey's story lies in loyal friendship, family love, and bravery in the face of fear." -- The Horn Book

"Readers who enjoy fairy tales with a bit of edge and realistic emotion will appreciate the intensity of Bailey's story, which deftly portrays the frustrations that children with developmental delays may experience while communicating with others." -- School Library Journal

"Bailey deftly explores bullying and the definition of 'normal.' This polished, charming story is a perfect fit for fans of Shannon Hale and Jessica Day George's fairy-tale retellings as well as an excellent choice for elementary school book discussion groups." -- School Library Journal on The Silver Gate

"As much a thoughtful study of human care and relationships as it is a fairy tale." -- The Horn Book on The Silver Gate

"Tender and magical." -- Kirkus on The Silver Gate

Author Bio

Kristin Bailey is the author of Into the Nightfell Wood and The Silver Gate. She grew up in the middle of the San Joaquin Valley in California. In the course of her adventures, she has worked as a zookeeper, balloon artist, and substitute teacher. Now she writes books for tweens and teens who enjoy magic and adventure as much as she does. Learn more at www.kristinbailey.com.