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The Forest and the Farm Kindle Edition

by Vance Huxley (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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Billi has always been different, and how could he not be? A man with one leg was uncommon enough. Then a three-legged Hound, Rabbit, came from the Forest and sat by his wheelchair, and he had to learn to be a Hunter. Paired for life, Hunters and Hounds are vital to their Village for hunting and protection in the Forest. They share a wordless song which allows them to know each other’s moods and warn of danger. Rules about the Farm and Forest keep the villagers safe – no living tree can be cut, and any man without a Hound is prey once in the Forest.

But an unexpected turn of events leads Billi into new territory. A solitary life evolves as he explores the Forest and finds friends in unlikely places. Now Billi must learn about gifts, chasing, catching and sparkuls as he includes others in his life. Light on magic, but big on heart, Billi’s story rings a chord with anyone who’s ever felt they don’t fit in.

Join Billi on a world-building journey through a land you almost feel you recognize that still has the ability to surprise you.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01GSQMYFS
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Entrada Publishing (June 7, 2016)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 7, 2016
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 10967 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 409 pages

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- #203,546 in Fantasy (Books)
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Vance Huxley lives out in the countryside in Lincolnshire, England. He has spent a busy life working in many different fields. Eventually, Vance tried writing though without any real structure.

Then he actually sent one off to be read which delivered at least one bucket of very cold water (but a polite and informative bucket). As an editor and beta readers explained the difference between words and books, he tried again.

Now he tries to type as often as possible in spite of the assistance of his cats, since he is no longer mobile. An avid reader of sci-fi, fantasy, and adventure novels, so his writing tends toward those genres.

He also spends much too long wandering off down those fascinating blind alleys that the internet produces when researching, but oh, the little treasures at the end of some!

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Sylar34

I loved the Forest and the Farm

Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2016

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I loved the Forest and the Farm! You get to follow the journey an underdog (Billi) and his Hound Rabbit who are both considered cripples and outcasts in their home village. With Billi's one leg and Rabbit's three- they journey through life that began as one of solitude and loneliness to one of love, joy and companionship. The book gives a since of inspiration to not let what you may consider a disability hinder you from living a life you dream. In this story, it only took one person to make Billi see that he could achieve whatever goal he had and become not only a highly respected member of society but create his own life and village.

The author does a great job of developing characters and painting a picture of the scenery in your mind as well as adding plenty of twists in the plot to keep you reading. I also really enjoyed how the author created a very believable society complete with their own accent, rules, and elders. Taking the time to do that makes the story so well rounded and complete. My favorite relationship was the building suspense of Ellibeth and Billi and that kept me on the edge of my seat for most of the book. I hope the story continues to show what happens in the new village, Two Lakes, and their neighbor the Great Hunter. I highly recommend this book for anyone wanting a nice quick and interesting read. I hope there is a sequel because I will be first in line to read that!

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Dot Day

Different and Highly Entertaining

Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2017

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This is a beautiful love story. Nikki had lost his leg after an accident when he was twelve. He thought he had no value and no purpose until a three-year Hound let him know he was to be a hunter. Because he has spent much time alone and isolated, he thinks through issues and becomes known for his wisdom.. He desires to be loved even though his abilities have helped see his value. His search for love is but a small part of this unusual story set in a time of Tinkerers and Traders and village craftsmen where one`s domain was either Wild as a Hunter, Farm. Wonderful relationships abound. I highly recommend this novel.

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jpslate

Good way to spend your evenings

Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2019

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Good fantasy world, loveable main characters. Great philosophy on how one should live. Enjoyed story, would like to find similar reads.

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Kasey Sanders

Vance Huxley is an author to watch out for - awesome read.

Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2016

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Extremely imaginative take of a dystopian reality where the world is divided into the forest and a farm, an a flawed and crippled protagonist, Billi flanked by his three legged hound Rabbit. They share this wordless understanding of each other that is a basic element of the story and what is more they take the reader on this journey where you can feel every emotion, understand each action. After all who has not had this experience of being a misfit and have to struggle to make sense of the world and have the world understand you. We follow Billi through their journey in the forest as he faces up to his failings and fears and finally emerges to achieve the meaning of his life.

Huxley, the author is a revelation. Through this masterfully woven tale of the imperfect protagonist who finds his destiny only when he faces his fears, the author has tried to convey a subtle message to all those who feel that their inability to fit in, has limited their lives.

A longer read, this is gripping enough to make sure you read all the way through. An adventure packed tale which is bound to be a favorite not only among fans of this genre but also with people who are looking for a good read that can capture your emotions and take you to a different world.

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Very enjoyable

Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2018

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I really enjoyed this book! It has a rural setting straight out of olden times, but with a twist of the mental connection between the Hunters and Hounds, combined with rules the villagers live by in order to not upset the Wild and to show respect to the forest. The main character is so self-effacing due to his disability, he doesn't see all the ways he gives value to the community. The romance along the way is subtle and sweet, as most of the courtship passes over his head completely. Highly recommend!

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T Mogan

Best book I’ve read all year!

Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2019

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What a fantastic book. I was sorry to see the end of the book and felt like I personally knew these people. The detail in which the author went to describe how Hunters and Hounds worked and land was claimed for new villages was very interesting; how everyone worked together to support the whole village. Also the respect shown for the wild, especially the great hunters. I will definitely keep this book to enjoy again!

Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2020

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Wonderful character and world building. A unique and thoughtful way to look at the differences in the way that what you work at influences your thoughts motives and beliefs.

Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2020

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Quirky, interesting, imaginative. This author tells a compelling story that is off the beaten track. I was very entertained. I'll be watching for more from this author!

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Well worth a read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 11, 2016

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It's very well written with an unusual but very engaging main character, a very different plot line when compared to most recent offerings, and a different take on world building. The main character was physically disabled by an accident as a child and much of the book centres around how he copes with his disability, grows as a person, and is viewed by others, in what is a fairly primitive and very isolated society.

If you are looking for a multi volume saga of lost princes, mighty sorcerers and world changing battles, look elsewhere. But if you want a very well written, character driven story about a very engaging individual I think you should give this book a try. There are a few questions left open about the history of this world but I rather got the feeling that might be deliberate as too much explaining could have detracted from the flow of the story and the question of whether this society has devolved from something more after some world changing disaster or is still evolving isn't really relevant to the plot.

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Matthew Sibley kindle user

Forest and farm

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 28, 2022

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Probably one of the the most charming and gentle stories o have ever read I would love a sequel five stars

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An enthralling and engaging read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 17, 2016

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Wonderful. It's set in an unspecified place and time in the past (or maybe in another world) where existence was hard and its inhabitants had to find, grow, hunt or trade for the means to survive. The one-legged protagonist Billi and his three-legged hound Rabbit are an engaging pair, and the other characters are interesting too. It is beautifully written and the plot kept me eagerly reading. It is a lovely read if you enjoy wild places in nature and there is a thread throughout of the mysticism and power of nature - a force that can both nurture and kill.

Zoe

Loved the concept

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 19, 2020

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Hard to put down book, following the plight of a young man and his hound, plus the growth of trade. Highly recommended.

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