Books matching: lillian's quest
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Go With Me by Castle Freeman Jr. is a country noir novella that follows two main narratives. One narrative revolves around Lillian's quest to confront the dangerous villain, Blackway, with the help of Lester and Nate. The other narrative showcases a group of old timers engaging in witty and pithy discussions as they spend their days drinking in an old mill office, providing a contextual commentary on Lillian's journey. Freeman's writing style is described as sparse realism, with frugal details and a focus on character development through authentic dialogue.
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The Cats of Tanglewood Forest by Charles de Lint is a whimsical fantasy tale that follows the adventures of Lillian Kindred, a young girl who is transformed into a kitten by the King of Cats after being bitten by a snake. Determined to return to her human form, Lillian embarks on a quest filled with magical creatures, valuable lessons, and unexpected consequences. The story beautifully weaves themes of friendship, loyalty, nature, and the power of choices, all set in a captivating world where reality and fantasy blend seamlessly.
One afternoon Lillian and Aunt were working in the corn patch. Aunt pulled the weeds up with her hoe while Lillian followed behind and put them in a basket. Aunt was humming some old tune, the way she...
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