Thorn Heart

By Christine Duts

A fantasy fairytale world explodes into full-blown war - with an underlying vegan message

(Note 1: this book may not be for everyone. I recommend this to readers who like stories in fairytale settings, who like stories to build up, are interested in or have empathy for all animals, and who are interested in veganism)
(Note 2: names of some characters - not all - are unusual since they have hidden meanings - just unscramble the letters, and you'll know what I mean): -)

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Two kingdoms, opposed in philosophy and action
The Mountain Kingdom is a place of peace and respect for all sentient beings.
The Valley Kingdom clings to the old destructive ways. Special talents such as animal speech, top speed, and other superhuman attributes are honed and revered in the Mountains, but non-existent in the Valley.

Luna, a young noblewoman with the talent of animal speech, and Prince Storm of the Mountain are betrothed, and nothing seems to stand in the way of their arranged marriage. Storm is a good man and Luna needs an escape from her abusive home.

Bluntax, the Valley king, has long desired everything the Mountain Kingdom possesses, and the upcoming royal wedding between Luna and Storm might be just what he needs to provoke the Mountain Kingdom into a battle they cannot win. His son, Thorn, is his strongest asset and the only man who can help him succeed.

The Mountain Kingdom is unprepared for the threats from the Valley, but when Thorn meets Luna, events are set in motion, forcing them both to make decisions that could change their fates forever.

While human and animal refugees seek shelter in the Mountains to flee the terrors of the Valley, King Bluntax prepares for war. Thorn finds his destiny intrinsically linked to Luna and he must decide. Will he betray her and help his father achieve victory or will he forsake his family and stand by the woman who is also engaged to his rival?

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B08928J6TY
• ISBN13: 9798647682802
• Release Date: May 2020
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"