Ayrshire: Famous author Colin Carswell released a captivating eco-fantasy children’s book,’ The Guardians & The Betrayal of the Forest Queens’. The book discussed environmental consciousness and inspired a passion for preserving our planet.
Titled ‘The Guardians & The Betrayal of the Forest Queens,’ the book also embarks on an enchanting journey with young adventurers who delve into a world teeming with mystical creatures, ancient forests, and a pressing quest to safeguard the planet.
Hailing from Maybole, Colin Carswell penned this adventure to engage children in discussions surrounding climate change and motivate them to contribute to the conservation of Earth.
His creation sees the young protagonists travel from the Amazon Jungle to the Scottish haven of Pitlochry, seamlessly intertwining the magic of fantasy with the urgent need for environmental protection.
Drawing inspiration from the enchantment of The Enchanted Forest Light Show in Faskally Wood, a segment of the Tay Forest located in Pitlochry, Carswell was motivated to craft a tale that blends magical experiences with the critical message of preserving nature.
The storyline follows Oliver, a 14-year-old, and his younger sister, Lucy, accompanying their parents to a Global Climate Conference in Scotland. Unbeknownst to them, their journey takes a mystical turn as they aid a local girl named Isla in finding her lost dog within the enigmatic Faskally Forest.
What follows is an unexpected adventure that entwines the young adventurers into a mission to thwart an evil tyrant seeking to hasten global warming through dark enchantments, threatening the entire planet.
Colin’s book not only presents a thrilling narrative but also encapsulates lessons about friendship, courage, and collaboration in the face of adversity. Designed for young readers, the story aims to impart valuable life lessons while igniting a passion for environmental stewardship.
‘The Guardians & The Betrayal of the Forest Queens’ is available for purchase on Amazon and is also accessible at Maybole Library, enabling local youngsters to embark on this planet-saving adventure without cost.
This captivating eco-fantasy book stands as an invitation for young minds to join the quest for safeguarding the planet, one imaginative journey at a time.
