The Whisper of Leaves (The Kira Chronicles) - Tapa blanda

Book One in the Kira Chronicles tells the story of Kira, Tremen healer and leader, as she struggles with the aftermath of deadly attacks on her people by their neighbours the Shargh. With its compelling storyline and enthralling main character, The Whisper of Leaves heralds the arrival of an exciting new talent on the Australian fantasy landscape. In seasons long past, twin gold-eyed princes sundered a kingdom. Rejecting his twin-brother's warrior ways, Kasheron established a community deep in the southern forests. Forgotten by the outside world and protected by the forests of Allogrenia, Kasheron's Tremen community has flourished, with his legacy of peace and healing still upheld generations on. But now the forest has been breached by hostile intruders . . . Death and bloodshed follow, testing even the skills of Kira, the greatest of all Tremen Healers. As well as sharing Kasheron's gift for healing, Kira is seen as a leader by her people. As the attacks upon the Tremen become more violent, Kira is faced with a terrible dilemma. Should she stay and risk the annihilation of her community, or set out on a perilous journey north to seek aid from their long-lost warrior kin?

Karen is Foundation Head of Program of the Bachelor of Writing and Publishing, NMIT, Melbourne. She grew up in rural Victoria, but now lives in Melton, Victoria with her husband and two children.