Damosel: In Which the Lady of the Lake Renders a Frank and Often Startling Account of her Wondrous Life and Times

Stephanie Spinner's 'Damosel' offers a unique and engaging reimagining of Arthurian legend, told through two intertwining narratives. Parents will appreciate the fresh perspective on familiar tales, focusing on the powerful water spirit Damosel, the Lady of the Lake, and Twixt, a young dwarf. The story delves into themes of promises, consequences, identity, and bravery, as Damosel grapples with the fallout of breaking a vow to Merlin, and Twixt navigates a perilous world where his difference makes him vulnerable. It's a rich, immersive read for children aged 7-11, perfect for those ready for longer chapter books with complex characters and a touch of historical fantasy.

WATER SPIRIT DAMOSEL, the Lady of the Lake, glides through Arthurian legend like a glamorous wraith, shimmering and shifting between the worlds of fairies and humans. Her knowledge is vast (magic, metal, men's hearts) and leads to her greatest honor--and worst mistake. Damosel makes a promise to the wizard Merlin to protect young King Arthur, and then dares to break it--with devastating results. All the while, 17-year-old Twixt--a dwarf in a world where difference can be deadly--finds himself freed from his cruel masters and moving closer to the one place he never expected to see: King Arthur's court at Camelot.Stephanie Spinner intertwines the two narratives of Damosel and Twixt to draw us straight into the rich Arthurian land of enchantment.From the Hardcover edition.