Sisterhood of the Enchanted Forest: Sustenance, Wisdom, and Awakening in Finland's Karelia

Naomi Moriyama moved with her family to Finland's Karelia forest, where she found a life of tranquility, peace, and beauty. She discovered a tribe of invincible women who became her soul-sisters and found the power within her.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 23 December 2021
Publisher: Pegasus Books

After spending twenty-five years in the bustling city of New York, Naomi Moriyama, along with her husband, William Doyle, and their seven-year-old child, made a significant relocation to the expansive forest of Finland's Karelia region. This enigmatic place, situated on the Russian border, served as a source of inspiration for J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth fantasies. Naomi's journey led her into a realm of tranquility, peace, and breathtaking beauty, as she immersed herself in the spiritual heart of the happiest nation on Earth, renowned for its empowered women.

Finland boasts exceptional air and water quality, top-notch schools, and a legal framework that actively champions motherhood and fatherhood. Childhood is cherished, and children are encouraged to engage in outdoor activities on a regular basis. Trains even feature mini-libraries and mini-playgrounds to entertain and educate young passengers. During her time in the Karelian forest, Naomi discovered a culinary symphony of succulent wild edibles, herbs, berries, mushrooms, and fish, all freshly plucked from the moss-carpeted forest and sparkling clear streams.

However, what truly transformed her life was the encounter with a tribe of resilient women who became her soul-sisters. Naomi's experiences during the idyllic summer and fall gave way to a sub-Arctic winter of mind-bending darkness and cold, testing her fears and shaping her future. Over the course of six unforgettable months, she embraced her family and her newfound "sisters," experiencing a profound transformation that unlocked her inner power.

As the winter drew to a close, Naomi attempted to leave the enchanting forest, but a magnetic pull drew her back. She found herself returning time and time again, unable to resist the allure of this extraordinary sisterhood. In this captivating journey, Naomi invites readers to embark on a deep exploration of Europe's most remote and magical wilderness, where she joins the sisterhood of the enchanted forest.

Weight: 440g
Dimension: 162 x 238 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781643136462