How the Winterlilies Grow

HOW THE WINTERLILIES GROW follows Aradella who has lived her life with no control. Those around her die, and now her mother faces her end at the hands of a deadly disease, Aurora veins. In order to save her, she must place her trust in a forgotten fairytale and find a fictitious healing flower, a winterlily, since the creator won't heal her.

Aradella will adventure across the ocean into unknown lands. She will encounter siren pirates, dwarves, goblins, elves, reindeer, wyverns, a kitten, and a dragon who will either help her or stand in her way. Aradella's inner turmoil for the Creator is confronted while partaking in a rebellion with those who serve him. In a deal to change her lonely destiny, she must commit a treasonous act against a king her father loyally served until his death. Will they be able to find a cure, take down a king, and discover the truth about Aradella's past. If she fails, she loses her mom, her freedom, her newfound friends, and potentially her life - especially if King Draven discovers her betrayal.

This book is a traditional young adult fantasy, classically styled. It was written by A Love Knudsen to give glory to God, approach difficult theology, and to entertain family. It will appeal to readers who appreciate fantastical elements, clean content, and far off adventures. A Love Knudsen has won 2 kids playwriting competitions with the plays, Help from Above & Coffeehouse change. Join A Love as she steps off the stage and into prose.