Laurel Rader

I just finished reading this book and I ended up not exactly loving it but I did like it. The story is not super thrilling and parts that could have been felt too rushed. I wasn't on the edge of my seat the whole time but, despite this, there were moments that were deeply chilling. Not scary per say, but enough to give you a distinct feeling of unease and dread. It is very thought provoking with an important message about treating nature with respect and that violence can't be solved with more violence. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone who is looking for a horror book that is nail biting, sleep with the lights on scary, but if you are okay with deeply unsettling, this is it.

I highly recommend this campaign for first time players. It's a good way to get to know the game and some of its base mechanics without it being overwhelming. My new DnD group did this with a first time DM and 3 people who had never played before. Our characters started out the campaign as children and everyone had a good time. It really helped to get the new players engaged in the game. It's not combat intensive or difficult but it is an enjoyable, whimsical bit of fun.