Kez Wickham St George’s Fables from the South Seas is a heartfelt collection of modern fables that reimagine the moral storytelling tradition through the lens of South Pacific landscapes and folklore. Each tale carries its own moral current, bound by themes of renewal, kindness, courage, and the deep connection between nature and humanity. The book feels both ancient and timely, a reminder that wisdom often hides in the quiet corners of imagination.

I found myself swept away by the warmth of the author’s voice. There’s a gentleness to her writing, even when she confronts sorrow or loss. Each story unfolds like a dream. The prose is vivid and unhurried, full of rhythm and heart. Sometimes it leans into a childlike wonder, yet there’s always an undercurrent of grief for the things humans have forgotten, our respect for nature, for each other, for the unseen magic of the world. The language is simple, almost old-fashioned, but that’s what gives it charm. It’s storytelling in the pure sense, the kind that glows around a campfire or before sleep.

Some stories, like Rouget and The Sobstone Bird, burn with mythic weight, almost biblical in their symbolism. Others, such as The Wicklow’s or The Glass Jar, drift into cozy folklore. The transitions can feel abrupt, but I didn’t mind. What struck me most was the compassion at the book’s core. St George doesn’t moralize; she nurtures. Her messages, protect the earth, honor friendship, cherish innocence, arrive softly.

By the end, I closed the book feeling peaceful. Fables from the South Seas is for anyone who’s ever needed reminding that love and kindness still matter. It would be perfect for readers who adore classic fairy tales, nature writing, or stories that heal rather than simply entertain. I’d recommend it to dreamers, to parents reading aloud to their kids, and to adults who miss the magic they once believed in.

Pages: 94 | ISBN: 1763869229