Elary Wakefield
Elary J. Wakefield, a fantasy author, first learned to “write” by telling herself stories on her jungle gym at age 5, then forcing her father to type them up because she couldn’t write yet. As soon as she could write, she never stopped and aimed to write good fantasy books for middle grade and up.
Now she lives in Vienna, Austria, with her loving wife, working in a pre-K, teaching children English and is a fantasy book author. She loves swinging on swings, drinking black tea, and cuddling with her Bengal cats: Siegfried and Jhana. Featherlow: Bird Out of Paradise is her first novel, but not her last.
Featherlow: Bird Out of Paradise by Elary J. Wakefield is a rich tapestry of myth, magic, and self-discovery set against the backdrop of a snowy, enchanted world. The novel explores themes of courage, family legacy, and the resilience of the human spirit through the eyes of Eva, a spirited twelve-year-old girl thrust into a dangerous adventure. The story begins with a life-altering encounter when Eva rescues a wounded cardinal from a gargantuan falcon. The next day, her parents are summoned by their Queen to investigate a mysterious book, leaving Eva home alone. That night the monstrous falcon returns with a vengeance and destroys Eva’s family home. Homeless and alone, Eva and her newfound cardinal friend embark on a perilous journey to reunite with her family. Guided by a powerful gift and the cardinal’s wisdom, Eva must confront magical beings, treacherous environments, a world war, and her own fears. Along her journey , she transitions from a curious child into a courageous young hero.
A wounded cardinal leads twelve-year-old Eva toward Phoenix secrets, elemental war, family mysteries, and the difficult work of growing up.
A brave heroine, a magical world and life-defining choices – this fantasy novel is all this and more. Discover why Eva’s journey is inspiring to readers.
Eva’s snowy rescue opens a world of Phoenix secrets, dangerous magic, and courage that glows brighter than fear.
