Book Info
Deep is the Fen by Lili Wilkinson
Genre: YA Fantasy
Publishing Date: April 16, 2024
Synopsis
Merry doesn’t need a happily-ever-after. Her life in the charming, idyllic town of Candlecott is fine just as it is. Simple, happy, and with absolutely no magic. Magic only ever leads to trouble.
But Merry’s best friend, Teddy, is joining the Toadmen—a secret society who specialize in backward thinking and suspiciously supernatural traditions—and Merry is determined to stop him. Even if it means teaming up with the person she hates most: her academic archnemesis, Caraway Boswell, an ice-cold snob who hides his true face under a glamour.
An ancient Toad ritual is being held in the sinister Deeping Fen, and if Merry doesn’t rescue Teddy before it’s finished, she’ll lose him forever. But the Toadmen have been keeping dangerous secrets, and so has Caraway. The farther Merry travels into Deeping Fen’s foul waters, the more she wonders if she’s truly come to save her friend . . . or if she’s walking straight into a trap.
There’s nothing the Toadmen love more than a damsel in distress.
Book Links
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About the Author
Lili Wilkinson is the award-winning author of eighteen books for young people, including The Erasure Initiative and After the Lights Go Out. Lili has a PhD from the University of Melbourne, and is a passionate advocate for YA and the young people who read it, establishing the Inky Awards at the Centre for Youth Literature, State Library of Victoria. Her latest book is Deep is the Fen.
Author Links
Website: http://www.liliwilkinson.com.au/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/twitofalili
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liliwilkinsonauthor/
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/1959059
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liliwilkinson/
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Top 5 Reasons to Read the Book
Dive into the enchanting world of “Deep Is the Fen” by Lili Wilkinson! Here are five reasons why this captivating fantasy adventure should be next on your reading list:
- Intriguing Premise: Join Merry as she embarks on a dangerous quest to rescue her best friend Teddy from the clutches of the Toadmen, a secretive society with supernatural ties. With stakes high and secrets abound, the journey promises excitement and suspense at every turn.
- Dynamic Characters: Meet Merry, a protagonist determined to keep magic out of her life, and her unlikely ally, Caraway Boswell, her academic archnemesis with hidden depths. Their complex relationship adds depth to the story, as they navigate the treacherous waters of Deeping Fen together.
- Rich World-Building: Immerse yourself in the charming town of Candlecott and the sinister depths of Deeping Fen. Wilkinson’s vivid descriptions bring the setting to life, from the idyllic streets of Candlecott to the murky waters of the fen, creating a captivating backdrop for the unfolding adventure.
- Themes of Friendship and Loyalty: At its heart, “Deep Is the Fen” explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and sacrifice. Follow Merry as she risks everything to save her friend Teddy, facing danger and betrayal along the way. The bonds of friendship are tested, but ultimately prove to be the strongest magic of all.
- Twists and Turns: Prepare for a rollercoaster ride of twists and turns as Merry delves deeper into the mysteries of Deeping Fen. With secrets lurking around every corner and danger lurking in the shadows, the story keeps readers guessing until the very end.