In their safe warren, they make many loyal friends, but they also have a few enemies. Heather and Picket find themselves in an expected adventure where they will have to fight against many odds and transform into better versions of themselves.Īfter the separation, the two siblings are joined by an uncle who guides them into safety. The wolves’ attack separate the rabbit family. Heather and Picket are siblings, and they are just beginning to learn about their family history through their father’s bedtime stories when their home is attacked. The book stars Heather and Picket, two rabbits who get caught up in the struggle between good and evil. The Green Ember is the first book in The Green Ember series.
When he is not writing, Smith enjoys spending time with family or touring Africa, the Caribbean, and other parts of the world. The West Virginia native is also a husband and a father of four. You can find copies of this delightful book in paperback and softcover at Story Warren Store, or via my Amazon link below.S D Smith is an inspirational author who was in the runner’s up for Children’s Book of the Year with World Magazine, the Fiction Award in West Virginia, and Audiobook of the Year with Audible’s kids. Having just finished the audiobook, I’m already starting it again to better savor the details and characters I love. Zach Franzen has done a lovely job with this book, and I’ve so enjoyed learning from him, especially in this article.ĭirected to middle-grade readers, it’s a book the whole family will enjoy as a read-aloud. Listening to the audiobook I missed the illustrations, so I loved getting to linger over them when I got my hard copy. Not only a book of action, it’s a thought-provoking tale that glories in the good, the true, and the beautiful. Beautiful scenes of home, purpose in one’s work, and loyalty are deepened by the honest depictions of exile, the consequences of treachery, bitterness, and fighting for one’s home. The styling, character arcs, pacing, and imagery are all artful and compelling. (And I hope we get better acquainted with Picket and Heather’s parents in a future book!) The whole book is a gem I can’t wait to share with my children someday. I also love the importance placed on craftsmanship, the necessity of art, and everyone’s skill having weight within the community. Some of my favorite characters and imagery included Heather the budding Storyteller, Smalls, the Gardens, Maggie O’Sage, “The Mended Wood,” the stained glass windows(!!), Uncle Wilfred’s faithfulness, Emma’s journey to becoming a doctor, and of course the flaming crown jewel, the Green Ember. Rumors of a coming attack from the wolves, the unsettled longing for King Jupiter’s heir to rise, and the whole community’s yearning for their true home all collide into a test of loyalty and character. While finding their place in the community, Heather and Picket’s family connections add to the rising tension in the warren. Here they gain loyal friends, but also more than a few cold skeptics. Heather and Picket have to fight for their lives, and soon they are guided to a safe warren. But when their home suffers a perilous attack from wolves, their family is separated. Picket and Heather, a brother and sister who live in a peaceful wood, are beginning to learn about their family history in their Father’s bedtime tales. That the characters are Rabbits only adds to the delight, and the pacing sweeps you into a worthwhile tale not to be soon forgotten. This is a wonderful story full of adventure, friendship, betrayal, and redemption. Thank you for your support! I appreciate it so much! See my disclosure policy here.) Any purchases you make through my links will provide me with a small commission at no extra charge to you. If you have young children and are looking for your next read-aloud, look no further.
Smith’s The Green Ember, and I had to share my review with you. One of my favorite reads this year has been S.D.
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