Wonderland

One mother's love may be all that stands between her family and madness in the woods of New York's Adirondack mountains.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 400 pages
\n Publication date: 29 July 2021
\n Publisher: Little, Brown & Company
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After years of bustling city life, Orla and Shaw Bennett eagerly sought solace in the tranquil embrace of New York's Adirondack mountains. Nestled within the picturesque farmhouse, their hearts swelled with delight as they beheld the vast expanse of their land, the seclusion of their individual bedrooms, and the serene isolation of life a mile away from any neighboring presence. However, little did they know that a mysterious force lurked in the woods, biding its time to claim them.

As the days turned into weeks, Orla and Shaw began to experience peculiar occurrences that unsettled them. Strange noises echoed through the night, leaves rustled in unnerving patterns, and their minds seemed to play tricks on them. At first, they attributed these incidents to the serenity of their surroundings, but as the frequency of these occurrences increased, they realized that something sinister was at work.

Orla, a mother driven by an unwavering love for her family, knew that she might be the only one capable of saving them from the impending danger. Determined to uncover the truth, she delved deeper into the woods, seeking answers amidst the towering trees and murky undergrowth. As she ventured further into the unknown, Orla began to unravel the secrets that lay hidden within the forest.

Through her research, she discovered that the force that beckoned to the Bennett family was not of this world. It was an ancient entity, awakened by the presence of humans and driven by an insatiable desire for power. Orla realized that time was of the essence if she wanted to protect her family from this malevolent force.

With every passing day, Orla's determination grew stronger. She spent countless hours poring over ancient texts, consulting with local historians, and even enlisting the help of a psychic who claimed to have connections to the supernatural realm. As she pieced together the fragments of information, Orla began to form a plan.

She knew that she had to confront the force head-on, but she also understood that it was a formidable opponent. The entity was powerful, cunning, and relentless, and it would stop at nothing to achieve its goals. Orla prepared herself for the worst, knowing that she might have to make the ultimate sacrifice to save her family.

Finally, after months of tireless research and preparation, Orla was ready to face the entity. She ventured deep into the woods, armed with a mixture of courage, knowledge, and faith. As she approached the location where the force was believed to reside, Orla's heart raced with fear and anticipation.

When she arrived, she found herself standing at the edge of a dark and foreboding forest. The air was thick with the scent of damp earth and rotting leaves, and the trees loomed overhead, their branches reaching out like skeletal fingers. Orla took a deep breath and stepped forward, ready to face whatever lay ahead.

As she ventured deeper into the forest, Orla encountered a series of strange and terrifying creatures. Some were humanoid in appearance, with glowing eyes and razor-sharp teeth, while others were more animal-like, with fur and scales and a fierce determination to protect their territory. But Orla was not deterred. She knew that she had to confront the force that had awakened from its slumber, and she was determined to do so.

Finally, after hours of wandering through the forest, Orla reached the source of the force. It was a massive, ancient temple, built by an ancient civilization long forgotten. The temple was filled with strange symbols and artifacts, and the air was thick with the scent of incense and the sound of chanting. Orla approached the temple cautiously, her heart pounding in her chest.

As she entered the temple, she was confronted by the entity itself. It was a towering creature, with eyes that glowed with an otherworldly light and a voice that echoed through the chamber. Orla stood her ground, her resolve unwavering.

"Who are you?" she demanded. "What do you want from us?"

The entity laughed, a cold, menacing sound that sent shivers down Orla's spine. "I am the force that has been awakened by your presence," it said. "I have been waiting for centuries for someone like you to come and challenge me. And now that you have, I will not rest until I have claimed your family as my own."

Orla knew that she had to act fast. She drew upon all of her knowledge and courage, channeling it into a powerful spell that she had learned during her months of research. The spell was designed to banish the entity from the forest and send it back to where it had come from.

As she cast the spell, Orla felt a surge of energy coursing through her body. The temple began to shake and tremble, and the entity let out a roar of frustration. But then, as suddenly as it had arrived, it was gone. The forest returned to its peaceful silence, and Orla collapsed to the ground, exhausted but relieved.

As she gathered her family and returned to their farmhouse, Orla knew that they had narrowly escaped a terrible fate. She was grateful for the love and support of her family, and she knew that they would always be there for each other, no matter what challenges lay ahead.

In the aftermath of their encounter, Orla and Shaw began to explore the forest in a new light. They discovered that the entity had left behind a series of clues and artifacts that could help them understand the true nature of the force that had threatened their family. They spent countless hours poring over these clues, piecing together the story of the ancient civilization that had built the temple and the evil that had been awakened by their presence.

As they learned more about the entity and its motives, Orla and Shaw became more determined to prevent it from ever returning. They worked with local authorities to establish a protective barrier around the forest, and they also spread awareness about the dangers of encroaching on sacred lands.

Through their efforts, Orla and Shaw became heroes in their community, and their story inspired others to protect the natural world and the creatures that inhabit it. They knew that they had narrowly escaped a terrible fate, but they also knew that they had been given a second chance to make a difference in the world.

In the end, Orla and Shaw's love for each other and their family was the greatest force that had saved them from the mysterious presence in the woods. Their experience had taught them the importance of standing up for what is right, of protecting the natural world, and of never giving up in the face of adversity. And they knew that they would always be grateful for the lessons that they had learned, no matter where life took them.

After years of bustling city life, Orla and Shaw Bennett eagerly sought solace in the tranquil embrace of New York's Adirondack mountains. Nestled within the picturesque farmhouse, their hearts swelled with delight as they beheld the vast expanse of their land, the seclusion of their individual bedrooms, and the serene isolation of life a mile away from any neighboring presence. However, little did they know that a mysterious force lurked in the woods, biding its time to claim them.

As the days turned into weeks, Orla and Shaw began to experience peculiar occurrences that unsettled them. Strange noises echoed through the night, leaves rustled in unnerving patterns, and their minds seemed to play tricks on them. At first, they attributed these incidents to the serenity of their surroundings, but as the frequency of these occurrences increased, they realized that something sinister was at work.

Orla, a mother driven by an unwavering love for her family, knew that she might be the only one capable of saving them from the impending danger. Determined to uncover the truth, she delved deeper into the woods, seeking answers amidst the towering trees and murky undergrowth. As she ventured further into the unknown, Orla began to unravel the secrets that lay hidden within the forest.

Through her research, she discovered that the force that beckoned to the Bennett family was not of this world. It was an ancient entity, awakened by the presence of humans and driven by an insatiable desire for power. Orla realized that time was of the essence if she wanted to protect her family from this malevolent force.

With every passing day, Orla's determination grew stronger. She spent countless hours poring over ancient texts, consulting with local historians, and even enlisting the help of a psychic who claimed to have connections to the supernatural realm. As she pieced together the fragments of information, Orla began to form a plan.

She knew that she had to confront the force head-on, but she also understood that it was a formidable opponent. The entity was powerful, cunning, and relentless, and it would stop at nothing to achieve its goals. Orla prepared herself for the worst, knowing that she might have to make the ultimate sacrifice to save her family.

Finally, after months of tireless research and preparation, Orla was ready to face the entity. She ventured deep into the woods, armed with a mixture of courage, knowledge, and faith. As she approached the location where the force was believed to reside, Orla's heart raced with fear and anticipation.

When she arrived, she found herself standing at the edge of a dark and foreboding forest. The air was thick with the scent of damp earth and rotting leaves, and the trees loomed overhead, their branches reaching out like skeletal fingers. Orla took a deep breath and stepped forward, ready to face whatever lay ahead.

As she ventured deeper into the forest, Orla encountered a series of strange and terrifying creatures. Some were humanoid in appearance, with glowing eyes and razor-sharp teeth, while others were more animal-like, with fur and scales and a fierce determination to protect their territory. But Orla was not deterred. She knew that she had to confront the force that had awakened from its slumber, and she was determined to do so.

Finally, after hours of wandering through the forest, Orla reached the source of the force. It was a massive, ancient temple, built by an ancient civilization long forgotten. The temple was filled with strange symbols and artifacts, and the air was thick with the scent of incense and the sound of chanting. Orla approached the temple cautiously, her heart pounding in her chest.

As she entered the temple, she was confronted by the entity itself. It was a towering creature, with eyes that glowed with an otherworldly light and a voice that echoed through the chamber. Orla stood her ground, her resolve unwavering.

"Who are you?" she demanded. "What do you want from us?"

The entity laughed, a cold, menacing sound that sent shivers down Orla's spine. "I am the force that has been awakened by your presence," it said. "I have been waiting for centuries for someone like you to come and challenge me. And now that you have, I will not rest until I have claimed your family as my own."

Orla knew that she had to act fast. She drew upon all of her knowledge and courage, channeling it into a powerful spell that she had learned during her months of research. The spell was designed to banish the entity from the forest and send it back to where it had come from.

As she cast the spell, Orla felt a surge of energy coursing through her body. The temple began to shake and tremble, and the entity let out a roar of frustration. But then, as suddenly as it had arrived, it was gone. The forest returned to its peaceful silence, and Orla collapsed to the ground, exhausted but relieved.

As she gathered her family and returned to their farmhouse, Orla knew that they had narrowly escaped a terrible fate. She was grateful for the love and support of her family, and she knew that they would always be there for each other, no matter what challenges lay ahead.

In the aftermath of their encounter, Orla and Shaw began to explore the forest in a new light. They discovered that the entity had left behind a series of clues and artifacts that could help them understand the true nature of the force that had threatened their family. They spent countless hours poring over these clues, piecing together the story of the ancient civilization that had built the temple and the evil that had been awakened by their presence.

As they learned more about the entity and its motives, Orla and Shaw became more determined to prevent it from ever returning. They worked with local authorities to establish a protective barrier around the forest, and they also spread awareness about the dangers of encroaching on sacred lands.

Through their efforts, Orla and Shaw became heroes in their community, and their story inspired others to protect the natural world and the creatures that inhabit it. They knew that they had narrowly escaped a terrible fate, but they also knew that they had been given a second chance to make a difference in the world.

In the end, Orla and Shaw's love for each other and their family was the greatest force that had saved them from the mysterious presence in the woods. Their experience had taught them the importance of standing up for what is right, of protecting the natural world, and of never giving up in the face of adversity. And they knew that they would always be grateful for the lessons that they had learned, no matter where life took them.

\n Weight: 338g\n
Dimension: 139 x 350 x 30 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780316458528\n \n