In Griskol, magic and deceit are forbidden. And to practice any form of them could lead to death. Holland doesn’t know who she is. For reasons she can’t explain, she’s drawn to the tragic story, The Tale of Endlewood , seeking to leave home and find where she belongs, even if it means disguising her identity—an action that could cost her everything. Markus Fenn has always known his purpose: to farm the land his father left behind and to care for his aging mother and younger siblings. Unlike his best friend, Holland, he’s content with his lot in life. But when a sinister plot rocks the country of Griskol, Holland finds herself in the middle of the chaos, and Markus’ familiar, rural life is upended in the midst of it. Griskol may have been right about magic all along. In this epic tale of love and loss, accompanied by mermaids, fae, and dragons, will Holland find where she truly belongs? Or will she open her heart enough to realize her home has been with her this whole time? "From the author of The Earth-Treader and The Wishing Seed comes a tale that weaves the themes of family, belonging, and identity in a whimsical young adult fantasy. Zavalianos handles the tough obstacles of growing up, loneliness, and atoning for the past with a soft touch reminiscent of a children's story. Like all of Zavalianos' work, this book breathes an aesthetic, this one of warm summer sun beneath forest eaves amid a culture inspired by medieval and folklore traditions. Looking for your next cozy high fantasy read? This one is it!" — Cheyenne van Langevelde, Author of Between Two Worlds and Dilseachd — A Stolen Crown "Endlewood has a whisimcial and epic atmosphere paired with Zavalianos' classic but modernized Tolkien writing style, taking readers on an authentic journey of searching for belonging and value in the midst of life's disappointments and pain. It is truly a story of Hope and Home, Loss and Love." — Erin Phillips , Author of A Crown of Chains "Zavalianos so masterfully crafted a story of love and loss, hope and despair, brokenness and redemption. With touching themes and characters you can't help but grab hold of and journey through the pages of the story with, Endlewood is a must read." — Caitlin Miller, Author of The Memories We Painted Alissa J. Zavalianos grew up in New Hampshire and currently lives there with her wonderful husband and their adorable cat Moo. As a child, she always had a love for nature, books, and fairy tales, and as she grew older, that love bloomed all the more. Alissa loves Jesus and is inspired by birds, mountains, castles, Tolkien, Lewis, and the way a cold breath of wind feels on her bare toes.