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Description
In this middle-grade fantasy, a young troll named Hawthorn is swept from Fairyland by the Red Wind and ends up as a changeling in the human world a realm just as bewildering as the one he left behind. Forced to hide his true nature while navigating school, family, and everyday life, Hawthorn must find a way to belong even as he longs to return home. As he uncovers hidden truths about both worlds, his choices may shape the future of Fairyland itself. The fourth book in the Fairyland series.
Quick Summary
If you ever wanted to wander through a world where logic is optional and the impossible feels normal, Hawthorn's story will pull you right in. Hawthorn, a tiny troll kid, gets snatched from Fairyland by a mischievous wind and lands in our world, where everything from traffic lights to school lunch feels as weird as any fairyland trick. He quickly makes a friend who's just as curious about the other side, and together they hatch a plan to get him back though the journey is full of bizarre encounters, a few creepy moments (like the Red Wind's howl), and plenty of laugh-out-loud absurdities. The book mixes silly wordplay and vivid, almost surreal descriptions with a tender core about what it means to belong somewhere, making it perfect for readers who love the mix of humor and heart you'll find in books like The Neverending Story or Neil Gaiman's kids titles. Parents will be glad to know the scary bits are more spooky-fun than truly frightening, and the story never gets too dark. By the end, you'll be cheering for Hawthorn as he discovers that home isn't just a place, but the people who accept you for who you really are.