Strong Winds from Nowhere |
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| Authors: | Galapo, Ronit |
| Publisher: | Hay House |
| BISAC/Subject: | FIC045000, FIC025000, FIC039000 |
| ISBN: | 9781401941376, Related ISBNs: 1401941362, 1401941370, 9781401941369, 9781401941376 |
| Classification: | Fiction |
| Number of pages: | 240, |
| Audience: | General/trade |
Synopsis: Strong Winds from Nowhere is the story of Tasha, who is banished at the age of ten to eternal exile by the people of her village for being too beautiful. Along with Ceyon, her guide and teacher, Tasha heads to the vast expanse of Nowhere in search of freedom, truth, and friendship. On her journey, she meets the Shohonks, a mysterious people who capture her heart through their clear sight and immense powers. Gradually she discovers that under their impeccable facade lurks a dark and frightening shadow that consumes people’s hopes and aspirations. Tasha becomes determined to face this shadow, despite the personal price.
Strong Winds from Nowhere is an empowering story of change, bravery, and the triumph of free spirit. It is a combination of fantasy and wisdom, filled with depth and layers, yet simple and intimate in language, keeping readers close to their hearts.
Strong Winds from Nowhere is an empowering story of change, bravery, and the triumph of free spirit. It is a combination of fantasy and wisdom, filled with depth and layers, yet simple and intimate in language, keeping readers close to their hearts.
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