Die Donnerkönigin

The fourth volume of the celebrated seasonal all-age novels by Maja Lunde, illustrated by the award-winning illustrator Lisa Aisato. Isabella leads an unsettled life with her eccentric mother, moving from place to place. She struggles to control her own emotions. When anger boils over, she becomes physical – then she is a "Thunder Queen." When they move to the small town of Eikedalen, they are warmly welcomed by an older man named Abel, and Isabella quickly makes her first friendships. She looks forward to the Day of the Dead celebration on October 31. However, when her mother stirs up trouble once again, Isabella fears her unpredictability. Fortunately, during a walk, Isabella meets the mysterious forest guardian Elsi, who encourages her to stand up for her own wishes – regardless of her mother's expectations. A poetic tale for children and adults about self-assertion, family bonds, and the courage to listen to oneself. Features: fully illustrated in four colors.