![]() Dawn of Wonder’s examination of this aspect works on some levels but there are at least some caveats. ![]() I’m not sure I can name any other fantasy novels that attempt to tackle Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in children. Several times throughout the novel Aedan is exposed to triggers that bring about an extreme stress response that cause him to re-live his abuse. Aedan’s rage and frustration over that abuse looms throughout the novel and is at war with Aedan’s love for his abuser. Of particular note is that Aedan is the victim of abuse at the hands of his father and the after effects of that abuse are well drawn out over the course of the novel. ![]() Renshaw has a light touch when it comes to magic and while elements both magical and monstrous appear in the novel the focus remains firmly focused on Aedan and his growth over the course of his adventures. Son of a common born forester Aedan is a curious and adventurous boy who is propelled by tragedy early in the novel on a journey of growth, discovery, and vengeance. ![]() ![]() Dawn of Wonder by Jonathan Renshaw | Podium Publishing, 2016Ī traditional “farm boy” coming-of-age fantasy Dawn of Wonder by Jonathan Renshaw was exactly the type of book I was looking for at the time. ![]()
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