Soraia, Child of the Sea

On an island in the Atlantic Sea lives Soraia, Princess of the Azores. Father cleaves through the waves with his war fleet but she is never allowed to go along. From her balcony, she dreams of one day sailing those waters herself. Out of sheer necessity, she now finds joy in a book with hero stories. Soraia soon falls ill with a desire for adventure. The lady-in-waiting and jester agree that she may go explore. A chance to be free presents itself. In the dale, she meets a shepherd boy. After a day together in the mountains, they are in love. But then, totally unexpectedly, King Netuno returns home. [Crossover Fiction][Modern Fairy Tale][Family Read Aloud] [Middle Grade Novella][Seasonal Stories, Holidays][FOUR SEASONS #3/4: SUMMER]