Magical Tales of The Shee

<p><strong>The Book of Tally is Book 1 of 7 in the series Magical Tales of the Shee- Illustrated</strong></p><p>This is an illustrated version of the book for young readers who need illustrations to help with comprehension.</p><p></p><p><strong>THE ADVENTURE BEGINS...</strong></p><p><em style=color: rgba(255 255 255 1)>THE ADVENTURE BEGINS</em></p><p><em style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>On the edge of the Fairy Ring Fort I notice an old rowan tree. Something shiny in the branches catches my eye. At first I think it might be a trick of the sunlight. But then the object starts to spin and sparkle as it moves in the wind. Could it be a toy left by a magpie I wonder or is there something else going on?</em></p><p></p><p><strong>Magical Tales of the Shee series is short easy-read cosy middle-grade fast paced fantasy-adventure. </strong>Packed with mystery and magic it's perfect for kids who love magic hidden secrets ancient prophecies and legends castles portals and daring quests. The cosy magical adventure series is set in a small Irish village and includes elements of Irish culture folklore ancient legends traditions and mythology.</p><p></p><p><strong>The series will appeal to young readers ages 7-11 who are fans of the Fairy/Magic/Quests genre and are ready for more complex themes. </strong>Many contemporary fairy stories geared towards younger readers have simple storylines. With the inclusion of some risk (very mild) evil villains (not that scary) mystery and suspense Magical Tales of the Shee will appeal to young readers who are ready to level up but are still developing readers. They may not have the decoding and comprehension skills nor stamina to tackle longer more complex stories.</p><p></p><p><strong>Book 1. The Book of Tally. This story is told by Tally herself a quirky and adventurous ten-year-old girl living in the small village of Cloone</strong> County Clare in the west of Ireland. Her family is poor so she doesn't go to school. Instead she spends her days exploring the spooky convent where her mother works as a washerwoman.</p><p></p><p><strong>The story begins when Tally stumbles upon a hidden door that leads to a secret Fairy Library inside the convent. </strong>Enlisting the help of her skeptical brother Dara and her best friend Neve Tally sets out to explore the library while the nuns are away. Tally's discovery of the hidden library triggers an ancient Fairy Prophecy that speaks of a human child destined to save Fairy Ring Forts and the Shee - fairies of Ireland - from destruction. Tally is named as the child chosen to fulfill the prophecy. With secrets to uncover and dangers ahead Tally and her friends must find the courage to step into a world they never imagined.</p>