Moonheart by Charles de Lint

​My favorite fiction books come from Charles de Lint.  There are so many reasons!  Putting aside the great writing, he has a deep understanding of the Spirit World and of the beings that inhabit that world.  His writing is infused with respect for the life of the Spirit World, and for the teachings of indigenous masters.  There are also multiple lessons generously sprinkled through his books (though not done in a way that makes them feel like lessons), sometimes overtly and sometimes between the lines.  Moonheart is one of my favorites.   

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Onion Girl by Charles de Lint

In this story, we follow a woman who is coming to terms with intense suffering.  She's an optimist, but the story doesn't overlook the story or the power of growth that comes as a result.  

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Uprooted by Naomi Novik  

Naomi Novik brings together deeper understanding of humanity and of the spirit of woods and trees.  As she weaves the tale, we watch relationships transform, both between characters and between characters and the wood spirits.  There's romance in this story as well, but it takes a second seat to the deeper questions that are raised by a story that is unpredictable and wondrous, dark and light.  I loved it!  

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