The first three books in 'The Year of the Firefly', a series of fantasy novels by GeAnn Powers, now available in one volume! The String Bean And The Firefly: Fairy princess Ariel's life has been one of hunger and fear. Soon, she'll have to choose one of her ruthless barbarian kin to marry, and be condemned to a life of servitude. Basil is a well-educated young elf, used to a life of books, warmth and friendship. With his pack full of vials and potions, he just wants to get home. After a chance encounter in a spider's web, their lives entangle, and their worlds will never be the same again. The Keeper And The Firefly: In a world where learning is forbidden, fairy princess Ariel takes risks everything to explore the knowledge available among the elves from the other side of the valley. Keeper, the patriarch of her new band of friends, warns Ariel of the dangerous path she's on. Ariel faces a difficult choice: should she return to the barbaric colony she came from, or quench her awakened thirst for knowledge? In a captivating tale of alliances and self-discovery, Ariel and Keeper form an unlikely pact that will change their lives forever. The Rapha And The Firefly: Ariel sets on a transformative journey, learning various skills from the compassionate Rapha. Together with Rosie the gnome and Sage the tree sprite, Ariel is exposed to a world where knowledge and community are paramount. But because of his haunting memories, Keeper still struggles to trust Ariel. Soon, the Rapha begin to reconsider their own stories and beliefs, and Keeper has to face his past.