The Herbalist of Hoteforais
Original title : L'Herboriste de Hoteforais
Publisher : Didier Jeunesse Novels
Author : Nathalie Somers
Illustrator/Photographer : Juliette Laude
Age : 9+
Category : Novels 8-11+
Format : Paperback
Pages : 192
146 x 214 mm
192
Content : Ywen is distraught: why has his mother, a highly reputed herbalist who knows the power of plants, been kidnapped by the Duke of Hoteforais?
Ywen grew up in the heart of the forest with his mother, a highly reputed herbalist who taught him the magical properties of certain plants. But one day, she is kidnapped by the Duke’s soldiers. Armed with his bag of extraordinary seeds, Ywen is ready to do anything to find her. Two thieves, who witnessed the kidnapping, decide to join him on his quest. For all of them, it will be a decisive adventure full of surprises…
A rich fantasy world, featuring a beautifully illustrated herbal guide by Juliette Laude.
Awards:
Prix Goya 2022
Prix Passerelles 2022
Prix des Incos 2022/2023 CM2/6e
