Karl Buechner, the singer of Earth Crisis, has a new science fiction meets animal liberation book coming out on Earth Day 2025, i.e., on 22 April 2025. The title is "The Unraveling: The Counsel of Crows (Volume 1)", and it's already available for pre-order as both a printed book and an e-book. This is part 1 or 3.
Technically, this is a young readers book, but I'm sure many 50-year-olds will also enjoy it.
Here's the blurb:
"Twig never imagined himself at the center of anything important—let alone a battle for the fate of the Woodland Realm. But when his peaceful village is attacked by the ruthless Fortress Crows, the young chickadee finds himself on the run, hunted by a terrifying sorceress and her winged army. Thankfully, he’s not alone. Alongside a cunning bard, a fearless warrior, and two mischievous tumblers—who cause almost as much trouble as they solve—Twig embarks on a journey to uncover an ancient power and prevent history from repeating its darkest (and dumbest) mistakes.
Perfect for fans of Watership Down, Redwall, and The Green Ember, The Unraveling is a sweeping middle-grade fantasy adventure of courage, rebellion, and destiny. With pulse-pounding action, unforgettable characters, and a world as rich as it is dangerous, this is a story for anyone who believes even the smallest hero can change the world."
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