Astrid of Skaldvik

By Jacki McNab

In the frostbitten reaches of the north lies the quiet Viking village of Skaldvik, nestled between pine-covered hills and the sparkling sea. Among its people is Astrid, a young Deaf girl who is clever, courageous, and full of heart. While the village echoes with sounds she cannot hear, Astrid communicates through sign language-a world of movement and meaning few truly understand.When colossal rock trolls awaken from the mountains and begin shaking the earth with their fury, Skaldvik is thrown into chaos. While others see monsters, Astrid sees something different: creatures desperate to be understood, just like her. With bravery beyond her years, Astrid sets out to bridge the silence between worlds-teaching the trolls to sign and helping her village learn to listen without sound.A tale of empathy, courage, and the power of communication, Astrid of Skaldvik is a heartwarming story that proves the smallest voice can make the biggest difference-and that true understanding speaks louder than words you can hear.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1764748611
• ISBN13: 9781764748612
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Bowerbird Publishing
• Length: 42 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.1" x 8.5"