Thistlefoot

In "Thistlefoot," a captivating debut novel, estranged siblings Bellatine and Isaac are unexpectedly reunited by a mysterious inheritance—a sentient house on chicken legs. As they embark on a cross-country journey filled with magic and wonder, they find themselves pursued by a sinister figure known as the Longshadow Man, who harbors dark secrets tied to their family's past. This imaginative tale weaves together themes of memory, survival, and healing from multi-generational trauma, all illuminated by rich Eastern European folklore and lyrical prose.