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The fairy bargains of prospect hill [electronic resource]. Rowenna Miller.

Miller, Rowenna. (Author). Vilinsky, Jesse. (Added Author).

Summary:

In this enchanting historical fantasy about sisterhood and self-discovery, a woman does everything she can to help her sister escape her husband— perfect for fans of C. L. Polk, Mary Robinette Kowal, and Marie Brennan. There is no magic on Prospect Hill—or anywhere else, for that matter. But just on the other side of the veil is the world of the Fae. Generations ago, the first farmers on Prospect Hill learned to bargain small trades to make their lives a little easier—a bit of glass to find something lost, a cup of milk for better layers in the chicken coop. Much of that old wisdom was lost as the riverboats gave way to the rail lines and the farmers took work at mills and factories. Alaine Fairborn's family, however, was always superstitious, and she still hums the rhymes to find a lost shoe and to ensure dry weather on her sister's wedding day. When Delphine confides her new husband is not the man she thought he was, Alaine will stop at nothing to help her sister escape him. Small bargains buy them time, but a major one is needed. Yet, the price for true freedom may be more than they're willing to pay. Praise for The Fairy Bargains of Prospect Hill : "A warm-hearted yet fierce fairy tale around the bonds of sisterhood."―H. G. Parry "Brimming with folk magic and delightfully sinister hidden worlds. Truly enchanting."―Leslye Penelope "A beautifully written tale of feminine power, sisterly devotion, and magic as old as the hills themselves."―Louisa Morgan For more from Rowenna Miller, check out: The Unraveled Kingdom Torn Fray Rule

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781668621974 (sound recording)
  • Physical Description: 1 online resource (14 audio files) : digital
  • Edition: Unabridged.

Content descriptions

Participant or Performer Note:
Narrator: Jesse Vilinsky.
Reproduction Note:
Electronic reproduction. New York : Orbit, 2023. Requires OverDrive Listen (file size: N/A KB) or OverDrive app (file size: 465092 KB).
Genre: Electronic books.

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  • Library Journal Reviews : LJ Reviews 2023 June

    They are complete opposites, but sisters Alaine and Delphine would do anything for each other. They grew up on Prospect Hill making bargains with the Fae on the other side of the veil—small requests such as a good harvest or no rain on a wedding day. On the eve of Delphine's marriage, it seems the two have everything they have ever wanted: Alaine is running the family orchard, and Delphine is marrying into high society. However, as Delphine's husband turns cruel, Alaine makes increasingly risky bargains. Are the Fae just taking advantage of a good deal, or do they have something more sinister in mind? Miller's (Rule) cozy historical fantasy evokes a strong feeling of time and place. Jesse Vilinsky's narration creates an environment in which the sisters and the action come alive. While the plot is slow at the start, by the end, listeners will be enchanted and at the edge of their seats, wondering if Alaine can save her family or if she will lose everything she holds dear. VERDICT This fable, rich in history, magic, and feminism, is a treat for fans of H.G. Parry's The Magician's Daughter. Recommended for general purchase.—Terry Ann Lawler

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