Elayne Audrey Becker Boeken

TO BE BORN OF THE FOREST IS A GIFT AND A CURSE.Rora is a shifter, as magical as all those born in the wilderness--and as feared. She uses her abilities to spy for the king, traveling under different guises and listening for signs of trouble.When a magical illness surfaces across the kingdom, Rora uncovers a devastating truth: Finley, the young prince and her best friend, has caught it, too. His only hope is stardust, the rarest of magical elements, found deep in the wilderness where Rora grew up--and to which she swore never to return.But for her only friend, Rora will face her past and brave the dark, magical wood, journeying with her brother and the obstinate, older prince who insists on coming. Together, they must survive sentient forests and creatures unknown, battling an ever-changing landscape while escaping human pursuers who want them dead. With illness gripping the kingdom and war on the horizon, Finley's is not the only life that hangs in the balance.

The thrilling finale of Elayne Audrey Becker's epic fantasy saga delves into the world of forest magic as a kingdom faces impending war. Characters confront their destinies amidst rising tensions, exploring themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the power of nature. The story weaves together intricate plotlines, culminating in a battle for survival that tests the bonds of friendship and the strength of their magic. As the stakes escalate, the fate of the kingdom hangs in the balance, leading to a gripping conclusion.