The Water of the Wondrous Isles

In a world of mist‑shrouded seas and enchanted isles, a young woman named Birdalone sets out from the House of Captivity to discover the mysteries that lie beyond the waterside. Guided by a strange waxen child and a serpent‑ring that marks her destiny, she ventures into shadowed woods where a witch‑wife watches from the fringes. Along the way she learns to change her skin, to swim against unseen currents, and to confront the strange customs of the island folk.

Her journey soon carries her to a series of uncanny islands, each with its own ruler and riddles, where she meets new companions and faces trials that test her courage and wit. From the witch‑wife’s prison tower to the bustling feast of the island’s inhabitants, Birdalone’s path weaves through wonder, danger, and the promise of deeper wisdom. Listeners will be drawn into her evolving tale of growth, friendship, and the timeless pull of adventure.