Mistmantle chronicles

M.I. McAllister

In the woodland village of Mistmantle, Urchin and his fellow inhabitants long for a peaceful future as the coronation of Crispin the squirrel approaches. But when a storm-ravaged ship arrives bearing a delegation from the distant island of Whitewings, the ceremony is thrown into uncertainty—and Urchin is drawn into a dangerous journey that tests his courage at every turn. Along the way, he uncovers the meaning of the Heartstone, a powerful presence that reshapes loyalties and forces difficult choices about trust, duty, and belonging. Blending adventure with heartfelt coming-of-age themes, this story follows Urchin as he learns that peace is never simply granted—it is earned through resilience and sacrifice.