Bloom of Beorg

A spellbound princess. An enchanted castle. A mysterious stranger. All the makings of a perfect fairy-tale. The castle binds her, even protects her, while she does not want, Princess Alikina is convinced she is destined to live out the entirety of her life trapped in this prison of perfect leisure, alone but for the company of one silent being. Even an enchanted library isn't enough. Years of solitude have taught her to accept her position, and she becomes accustomed to this quiet existence. Until the stranger arrives, mortally wounded, turning her world upside down. Who is this outsider, and where did he come from? What dark tidings does he bear? Alikina discovers the one thing that can save her kingdom, and a way to escape the castle. But does she have the courage to face her fears and become the queen she was born to be? A wholesome and romantic old-fashioned fairytale appropriate for all ages. Readers who enjoy books like The Princess and the Goblin by George McDonald will find this a satisfying read.