In the quiet village of Merrydale, a curious girl named Lila follows a mysterious golden light into a forbidden forest where animals speak and ancient magic still lives. The forest is searching for someone brave enough to find the legendary Lantern of Paths, a light said to guide the lost back home. But before the forest reveals its secret, it must decide whether Lila’s heart is strong, kind, and brave enough to carry its magic.
Magic
Chosenone
AlternateUniverse
Supernatural
Adventure
Coming of Age
Urban Fantasy
Nature
Found Family
Battle
Prophecy
Protective
Thriller
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length45 mins
Publish dateMar 6, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter 1
4Chapter 4
2Chapter 2
5Chapter 5
3Chapter 3
6Chapter 6
About the author
Beth A Depaolo
I am a storyteller drawn to the quiet tensions that live beneath ordinary moments, where memory, love, and loss shape the choices we make. My writing explores the emotional architecture of people and places, blending atmosphere with deeply human reflection. Through each story, I aim to create worlds that feel lived in, intimate, and impossible to forget.View all by Beth A Depaolo
