Lari Don has worked in politics and broadcasting, but is now a full-time writer and storyteller. She grew up in the north-east of Scotland, and lives in Edinburgh. She is the author of First Aid for Fairies and Other Fabled Beasts; Wolf Notes and Other Musical Mishaps; Storm Singing and other Tangled Tasks; and Maze Running and other Magical Missions, for older children, as well as four picture books for younger readers, The Big Bottom Hunt, How to Make a Heron Happy, Orange Juice Peas and The Magic Word.

"Don's fast-paced, well-crafted tale of betrayal, magic and adventure is also a reflection on choice and destiny. A strong sense of place, good characterisation and a refreshingly competent heroine make this a thoroughly enjoyable read."-- Juliette Saumande, Bookfest: Recommended Reading Guide 2010 by Children's Books Ireland'Descriptive and finely attuned to its Scottish Highland setting this atmospheric fantasy tale would work well as a class or group reader.'-- Write Away'There are plenty of children out there who will be excited and inspired by this book.'-- Lothian Life'The most satisfying accomplishment of this book is the characterisation of Pearl... Pearl makes this a praiseworthy book.'-- Armadillo'A lovely, old fashioned, mystical tale set in the Scottish Highlands in the 1920s and woven by a true storyteller.'-- Yvonne Coppard, Carousel, Spring 2011'I really enjoyed this book, the adventure and the situations Pearl had to work her way through.'-- Carly MacDonald (Gracemount High), Teen Titles, December 2010'Readers will love it.'-- The Yellow Brick Road'This is the one for me. From magic to missing triplets to intrigue, you have it all.'-- Crazed Mind