Publisher's Synopsis
Synopsis: Princess Braelin In a land of castles and princesses, strife has grown between humankind and the once-gentle animals surrounding Brenton Farm. Willow-mina Astario Brenton, a former princess of Brenton Castle, has made it that way through mistreatment and true unkindness. Can the wounded animals once again find harmony with the people of the land? Perhaps. As foretold in the ancient prophecies, a Chosen One, a princess with pure love in her heart, can overcome the fear now plaguing the animals and reunite them with humankind. It isn't the only reunion possible. Princess Braelin is the only princess without her father living with her and her mother, Queen Braelore, and she longs to meet him one day. Forbidden to speak of him under her grandfather's decree, Princess Braelin dreams of the day she will meet her father. She is unaware she isn't alone in that dream. Lady Bourone was now queen of Vellore Castle, and at her invitation, princesses gathered from far and wide all across the land to try the kindness and love in their hearts to win peace with the animals. Lady Bourone secretly believes her own daughter will be the Chosen One of purest love. Across the land another person is making their way to watch the princesses gathering in hopes of gentling the animals. Can Princess Braelin win the animals' hearts with love? Little does she know that a bigger surprise waits for her at the gathering. Who is that mysterious man watching? Does he know her? Can he be the man from her dreams? Princess Braelin is a story of the yearning of a girl for her father, and also a story of restoring trust between animal and mankind. Follow this charming young girl as she wrestles with her dreams, her longings, her love, and her ultimate destiny as she braves personal fears to find joy. Written for girls of all ages. Princess Braelin is a highly readable and enjoyable story with relatable characters, and without a preachy style to tell its message. The happy ending of Princess Braelin's reunion with her father is heartwarming and leaves hope for readers of all ages. The perfect story for children dealing with their own losses, confusion, and feelings of inadequacy.
