The River Has Roots
The River Has Roots by Amal El-Mohtar is a captivating narrative published by Tor Publishing Group on March 4, 2025. This edition, comprising 144 pages and presented in English, introduces readers to the small town of Thistleford, located on the edge of Faerie. The story follows two inseparable sisters, Esther and Ysabel, as they navigate the complexities of love and loyalty amidst the enchanting backdrop of their family’s ancient traditions.
Readers will discover a tale that intertwines elements of folklore and fantasy, exploring the bond between the sisters and their connection to the magical willows they tend. As Esther faces the consequences of her choices, including rejecting a forceful suitor for a love from Faerie, the narrative delves into themes of devotion and sacrifice. This edition features beautiful interior illustrations and a foil case stamp, enhancing the reading experience while immersing readers in a world where love and danger coexist.
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The River Has Roots is the hugely anticipated solo debut of the New York Times bestselling and Hugo Award winning author Amal El-Mohtar. Follow the river Liss to the small town of Thistleford, on the edge of Faerie, and meet two sisters who cannot be separated, even in death.
The hardcover edition features beautiful interior illustrations and a foil case stamp.
“Half delicious murder ballad, half beguiling love story.” —Holly Black • “An absolute must-read.” —T. Kingfisher • “Every sentence sings!” —Sarah Beth Durst • “Utterly enchanting.” —Fonda Lee • “A story that outlasts itself.” —Alix E. Harrow • “Truly exquisite.” —Zoraida Córdova • “A beautiful, musical, and loving story.” —Emma Törzs
“Oh what is stronger than a death? Two sisters singing with one breath.”
In the small town of Thistleford, on the edge of Faerie, dwells the mysterious Hawthorn family.
There, they tend and harvest the enchanted willows and honour an ancient compact to sing to them in thanks for their magic. None more devotedly than the family’s latest daughters, Esther and Ysabel, who cherish each other as much as they cherish the ancient trees.
But when Esther rejects a forceful suitor in favor of a lover from the land of Faerie, not only the sisters’ bond but also their lives will be at risk…
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