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Within the Crystal Mountain
Within the Crystal Mountain
James Lee Putney

A simple farmer, one of the small folk from the land of Gen, is tasked with the deliverance of his village which has been imprisoned by a mysterious enchantment. Journeying to the southern lands, he is joined by a company of amiable TallOnes who recognize that the plight of his village presages dire consequences for them all. The tiny band's struggle to uncover the source of the enchantment leads them from being the hunters to the hunted and, ultimately, to an unexpected discovery linked to the fabled Crystal Mountain. Through difficulties and hardships, their quest is overseen by the One the Gen have always known as Evershone.

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Genre: 

  • Fantasy

Age Level: 

  • Adult
Within the Crystal Mountain review by CyThatcher89
CyThatcher89

Within the Crystal Mountain by J.L. Putney is a charming fantasy that feels reminiscent of having your grandfather read The Hobbit or The Princess Bride to you before bed. The story follows several different points of view, from the Genish people with very hobbit-like characteristics, a soldier fighting for his country, the soldier’s lover who proves resourceful in healing and caring for the wounded, and even the villain. When the Genish village of Arinton is enclosed in a magical dome, a Genish farmer named Dimplin is the only one far enough away that he retains his freedom.

Rating:
5
Five Star Award
Content Rating:

Content rating - religious perspective
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