Many years before 15-year-old Liza was born, there was a great
war between humanity and Faerie. It caused devastation on both
sides, and Faerie hasn’t been heard from since. However,
danger still lurks in the shadows.

Liza’s community has learned to survive by keeping to
themselves and guarding against the magic that remains. The
residents battle against thorny plants and crops that resist being
harvested. Venturing into the surrounding forest especially after
nightfall is greatly discouraged, since the “living”
trees threaten to attack any who pass them. However, the trees and
plants are not the only major threat. For some, a child is
considered the greatest enemy.

After the War, there were reported incidents of children born
with the traits of Faerie and developing supernatural abilities
that ultimately destroyed their families --- a tragedy to which the
community is no stranger. As decreed, anyone who appears to have
Faerie traits is “cast out.”

Liza understands that the rules put down by her strict (and
abusive) father are meant to protect them and their community.
However, she is haunted by the horrific death of her newborn sister
Rebecca, whom her father left on a hillside to be “taken back
by the Faerie.” Then her mother suddenly leaves. In the midst
of her guilt and confusion, Liza begins to have vague yet powerful
visions of the future as well as the past --- a trait of the
Faerie. Determined to find answers, Liza sets out on a journey to
locate her mother and discover who she really is.

Joined by her friend Matthew, a boy who understands the
destruction magic can cause, and her beloved cat Tallow, Liza sees
the horrific remnants of war (including what happened to the
victims) and uncovers the terrible truth behind the War and a
surprising family secret.

Post-apocalyptic fiction, fantasy and science fiction novels
have been around for centuries, but BONES OF FAERIE fuses familiar
genre elements into a story that is as intriguing as it is
disturbing. Literary allusions and echoes of historical events are
seen and felt throughout, helping to create a mysterious world that
readers can easily step into. What’s surprising is that the
story takes place in the near future in North America, even though
it could be set in another time and location. Exploration of
certain characters’ motives, however, is at times limited,
making it difficult to truly understand the uncertainties and hopes
that they may have. Whether or not this factor is done on purpose,
there is a possibility for a prequel or companion novel. Readers
will get lost in the haunting vision of BONES OF FAERIE.

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