“Gerti didn’t ask for help.” Miri swallowed and tried to calm her quavering voice. “It was my fault.” “So it was. Now you all have learned that those who speak out of turn choose punishment for themselves and anyone they speak to.” “So if I speak to you, Tutor Olana, will you get the lashes?”
In a village where girls are educated to become princesses, a young girl named Miri is chosen to attend the elite Princess Academy. There, she faces challenges that test her intelligence, courage, and determination. As she navigates the complexities of the school and the expectations of her future role, Miri discovers her own strengths and the importance of embracing her true self. more
Shannon Hale is an American author born on January 26, 1974. She is known for her works in fantasy and young adult literature, which have gained widespread popularity among readers. more
“There are good and bad times, but our mood changes more often than our fortune.”