In "Lovely Beasts" by Heidi Smith, the story unfolds in a world where humans coexist with mythical creatures known as "lovely beasts." The protagonist, a young woman, grapples with her unique ability to communicate with these magical beings. As she navigates her tumultuous personal life and the societal tensions surrounding the beasts, she becomes entangled in a conflict that threatens both realms. Through her journey of self-discovery, she learns about empathy, acceptance, and the importance of bridging the divide between species. The novel beautifully explores the themes of connection, identity, and the complexities of love in a fantastical setting. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2019 by Turtleback .

Kate Gardner says hello to every animal she encounters, regardless of its reputation. Once, she was even voluntarily shocked by an electric eel named Thor. Kate lives in Somerville, Massachusetts, with three lovely beasts (one of whom is her husband). Heidi Smith is a freelance character designer and visual development artist who graduated from the character animation program at the California Institute of the Arts. She was the character designer and conceptual designer for ParaNorman, and she won an Annie Award for her designs in 2013. She has also worked as a character designer for Henry Selick at Cinderbiter, the Jim Henson Company, and Warner Brothers. Heidi lives in Arizona. Heidi Smith is the author of a number of best-selling books on psychometric testing. She has many years' experience working in global consultancies in education and training and now runs her own consultancy providing Russian-language business services.