The Heart of Mirenar - Paperback

Either way, no one in the village had seen or heard from one in decades-until now...

Twenty-year-old Lan is no ordinary gardener in her quiet mountain village. Gifted with the ancient powers of the Shen, Lan's ability lies in her communication with the magical creatures of the woods. But when the balance of the forest begins to wither, and dangerous poachers threaten to control the creatures she'd come to love, Lan must fight with the very gift that is both her blessing and her curse. To protect her home and newfound friend, Lan must venture deep into the heart of the forest. As she faces the trials of her people and the wrath of the spirits of darkness, Lan discovers that saving the animal spirits of her world may demand more than just power-it may require the courage to overcome an ancient enemy and the strength to heal what was never meant to be broken. Because there are those who would use beasts as tools, to twist and control... rather than nurture the wild within.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Adopted from China and raised by her two mothers in New York, Tai Harrow (Tai Qiujing) grew up surrounded by stories that both celebrated and touched upon differences, love, and belonging. From a very young age, Harrow found refuge in the wonders of the pages of novels big and small, and books became her world... showing her the power of imagination and the resilience of the human spirit.

After the tragic passing of a close childhood friend, Tai found it hard to open any book again for many years... as they used to read together when he couldn't roughhouse and play due to cancer. But over time, Harrow learned that stories can help heal the heart, and now she writes to honor the joy they once shared and the power of friendship that lives on in every story she tells. Now, as an indie writer, Tai Harrow weaves her own worlds of fiction and meaning, crafting stories that explore identity, courage, and connection. Her work is a testament to the stories that shaped her and the dream she continues to chase: to inspire others the way books once inspired her.