**Some secrets are buried for a reason. Others are waiting to be discovered.**

Ten-year-old Caleb Burgner expects an ordinary summer holiday at his grandmother's house in Tovora. But when he discovers a mysterious, flower-covered mound in her garden, his curiosity leads him into a world beyond imagination.

On the other side lies the Isle of Fairies—a breathtaking civilisation filled with enchanted cities, extraordinary creatures and ancient magic.

Yet beneath its beauty hides a terrifying secret.

Generations ago, the Burgner family became bound to a curse demanding the sacrifice of its youngest child.

**And Caleb is next.**

Trapped in a realm ruled by the mysterious Gatekeeper, Caleb discovers that those taken by the curse are erased from their families' memories, as though they never existed.

With the help of Rayla, a girl whose own family has forgotten her, and Soran, an elderly fairy bookseller, Caleb begins searching for a way home. Their investigation leads them towards the Library of the Forgotten, where enchanted scrolls preserve stolen memories and the truth behind the family's first sacrifice lies hidden.

Meanwhile, Caleb's mother and grandmother embark on a desperate journey into the magical realm, determined to rescue him before his existence is erased forever.

But breaking an ancient curse requires more than courage.

As forgotten histories resurface and dangerous secrets unravel, Caleb faces an impossible question:

**Can he save himself without abandoning everyone else who has been forgotten?**

Filled with mystery, humour, adventure and unexpected friendships, *The Fairy Mound* is a magical fantasy novel about family, courage and the power of remembering those we love.

**One boy. One ancient curse. A world determined to forget him.**