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Synopsis
In 1918, wounded WWI American soldier Alex White has a frightening encounter in the forest near the pastoral English village of Gatford. His encounter leads him into the arms of Magda Variel, an alluring red-haired widow rumored to be a witch. She warns him to steer clear of the wood and the perilous faerie kingdom it borders, but Alex cannot help himself. Drawn to its verdant mysteries, he finds love, danger, and wonders that will forever change his view of the world.
Is Other kingdoms appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A WWI soldier encounters faerie magic in rural England, leading to romance with a mysterious widow and adventures in a dangerous otherworld. Moderate violence from war context and faerie encounters; romantic content includes kissing and suggested intimacy.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death and war.
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Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the magical faerie kingdom, forbidden romance, and a wounded soldier's journey into a world of wonder and danger.