Author & Educational Consultant
"Ye are the fruits of one tree, and the leaves of one branch. Deal ye one with another with the utmost love and harmony, with friendliness and fellowship." - Bahá’u’lláh
About the Author
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Lisa Perskie Rodriguez, born in NYC and raised in New Jersey, has lived a life deeply intertwined with the North and South American continents. Academically trained in Art History, she found her calling in international education. She launched her educational career in Colombia, South America, where she raised her two children while serving in various roles, from teacher to head of school. In her last post before retirement, she served eighteen years as the Executive Director of School of the School of the Nations in Brasilia, Brazil.
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Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, her experiences have provided rich cultural insights. Lisa's debut fantasy novel, Laela and the Moonline was published in 2022, followed by the standalone sequel, Arising. Now residing in Needham, MA, Lisa continues writing and engaging in community services. Her work reflects a profound understanding of coming of age and societal transformation.
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Arising
An epic tale of unity and transformation unfolds in a mythical realm. Young heroine embarks on a perilous journey to challenge prejudice and unite divided clans. A grand adventure of resilience, love, and social justice.
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Arising is an epic tale of teenagers from diverse clans embarking on a transformative mission to unite their world to achieve a new vision of peace. This sequel to ‘Laela and the Moonline' can be enjoyed as an independent read.
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Laela, a courageous Treedle woman from Aerizon, a land of treetop dwellers embarks on a journey of self-discovery amidst the threats of persecution from the Mergon clan, a tribe that enslaves any Treedles venturing too near the forest floor. The oppressive reign of King Marl puts her home in danger, and Laela must rise as the prophesied leader to guide her people to safer times.
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Her life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes the first Treedle woman to enter Mergonland, where she encounters Prince Mateo, a compassionate soul and the son of King Malcolm. Their connection challenges the deep-rooted prejudices and triggers a transformative journey for both. However, Laela's presence leads to her capture and trial for trespassing. In an unexpected turn of events, Laela’s servitude at the palace is exchanged for her life when Mateo, who doubles as a skilled doctor, saves his father from a life-threatening heart attack.
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Through adversity, Laela grows stronger, wiser, and emerges as a beacon of hope for her people. The demise of King Malcolm results in Laela and Mateo fleeing Mergonland, united in their shared vision of peace between the Treedles and Mergons. However, their journey home is fraught with unforeseen challenges.
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In a world divided, young Mergons and Treedles unite, embarking on a perilous mission to create peace and unity. They are aided and inspired by divine and interplanetary forces, empowering Laela to embrace her unique role as the bridge between worlds. The questions that arise from this tale are profound: Can love and unity catalyze social change? Or will the shadows of the past prove insurmountable? Arising is a potent and inspiring story that emphasizes the power of tapping into the spirit of inclusivity to create a peaceful and prosperous future.
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