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Juniper

Doran: Book #1

by Monica Furlong

Narrator Sarah Kempton

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Length 4 hours 42 minutes

Language English

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“Written after "Wise Child", this prequel can be read first or second in the trilogy. Where "Wise Child" is the story of a child's discovery of uncertainty and of wisdom, "Juniper" is more about the struggle to understand individual adults and the forces that drive them, as well as a meditation about how to live in harmony with land, with idiosyncratic adults, and with the old, old ways. It's also a brilliant story for introducing a young person to the idea of vocation, and for that reason, I'll be giving this well-read recording to young friends with birthdays - and to adult friends who need a reminder of why what we choose to do really does matter.”
— Nialle • The Haunted Bookshop

Summary

The daughter of a king in Cornwall, Juniper enjoys the luxurious life of a medieval princess. But when presented with the opportunity to learn the magic of nature and its healing powers, Juniper opts for the tough route and becomes an apprentice to nature's wisdom.

Upon completion of her training and returning home, she discovers her power-mad aunt, Meroot, using black magic to usurp the throne. With the kingdom in peril, the young healer must use her untested powers to stop her mad aunt before the kingdom is destroyed!

A prequel to Monica Furlong's Wise Child, this enthralling fantasy is a highly reviewed favorite. Juniper has been placed near the top of nearly 100 Goodreads Best of lists, including Best YA Fiction, Best Fantasy Books, and YA Books with strong female characters. Find out why this is such a beloved book!

©1990 Monica Furlong. Produced and published by Echo Point Books & Media, an independent bookseller in Brattleboro, Vermont.

Children's Fantasy