The Hidden Way

Juliet Marillier

Jul 2026 · Heartwood Book 2 · Bolinda · Narrated by Emma Drysdale

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Stasya and her companions have made a remarkable journey to find the true heir to the Rulership, believed dead as a child. Now they must bring Markus back to court for the Ruler's Grand Council, where he will stand up and reveal himself. Until then his survival must be kept secret, for not only is he himself at risk, but the Ruler's guards will be hunting for the fugitives. While Markus prepares himself for the great task ahead, the team heads away from Heartwood, accompanied by two of the Forest Folk. Olev and Eldur, with their uncanny gifts, can provide a level of security beyond the ability of human guards. The journey holds many dangers: shipwreck, armed attack, monsters both human and uncanny. As they travel, the team learns just how much damage the Ruler's desperate quest for amber is inflicting on her people, and how much stronger they can be when they stand together. All fear the final confrontation. In the end, could storytelling be the key?

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Juliet Marillier has been a full-time writer of historical fantasy for more than 20 years. She was born and educated in Aotearoa New Zealand but now lives in Western Australia. She has written more than 20 novels for adults and young adults, as well as a collection of short fiction. Marillier has won many awards for her writing, including: five Aurealis Awards and four Sir Julius Vogel Awards; the American Library Association's Alex Award; the Prix Imaginales; and the 2019 Sara Douglass Book Series Award for the Blackthorn & Grim series. In 2025 she was honoured with a lifetime achievement award for her contributions to the fantasy genre at the World Fantasy Awards. Her latest book is #2 in the Heartwood series, The Hidden Way (2026).

Emma Drysdale is a British actress who has been living in Melbourne since 2018. She is a graduate from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and a versatile actress across stage, screen, musical theatre and voice over. Credits include the Oliver award-winning 'Goodnight Mr Tom' in London’s West End and voicing the Sprinkle Fairy for 'Big Words, Small Stories' for ABC Kids.

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