Share Chapters: "Together," "My People," "Dad," and "News"
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What does Harby’s dad collect from the undergrowth, and why?
He collects large white flowers called "milk flowers" to feed Mothga with their nectar.
What ritual does Harby and his dad perform for Harby’s mother?
They prick their thumbs, draw lines of blood on their foreheads and hers, and say, "Make safe" before kissing her.
What does Harby’s dad do with Harby’s mother’s deertooth?
He lifts it carefully, presses his thumb to its point to draw blood, then marks himself and her with it.
What animal appears in the glade?
A large golden hart with magnificent antlers.
Why does Harby’s dad believe the narrator is a spirit?
Because they do not have a deertooth necklace, which all his people wear.
What does Harby reveal about his own deertooth?
He lost it when his mother died, giving it to her in an attempt to keep her safe.
How does the narrator return Harby’s deertooth?
They place it in Harby’s hand, close his fingers around it, and whisper, "Make safe."
What happens when the narrator closes their eyes after giving Harby the deertooth?
They feel like they are rising and then suddenly wake up in their own world, back in Mandel Forest.
What do Lamont and Beaky think happened to the narrator?
They believe the narrator was just hiding in the forest for two hours and think their story is made up.
How does the narrator react to their friends not believing them?
They feel hurt and frustrated but decide to let it go, realizing that Harby probably wouldn’t have believed in their world either.
What realization does the narrator have about running away?
They understand that running away from problems doesn’t solve anything and that facing fear is the only way to move forward.
What do Lamont and Beaky do after finding the narrator?
They accompany them home, helping them reconnect with reality.
What does the narrator say to their friends before leaving?
I give thanks, acknowledging their support and friendship.
How does the narrator’s father react when they get home?
He is overwhelmed with relief and worry, hugging them tightly but also asking where they have been.
What news does the father receive about Dara?
Dara’s operation went well, and he is okay.
How does the narrator feel upon hearing the good news?
They feel an overwhelming sense of relief and cry with their father.
