Book description
The daughter of a king in Cornwall, Juniper enjoys the luxurious life of a medieval princess. But when presented with the opportunity to learn the magic of nature and its healing powers, Juniper opts for the tough route and becomes an apprentice to nature's wisdom.
Upon completion of her training…
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1 author picked Juniper as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
About a young girl that learns her power, becoming an intuitive or a wise woman. At it's core, it's really about finding your power, mastering it, and using it in different ways for good. The writing is engaging and immersive. Monica Furlong, a theologian and scholar with a strong religious background, recognized through her work that women were being marginalized. These books are about the power in women and the power of femininity in men. It's subversive in a way, she's writing against the church dogma, even though she was of the church.
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