Dalin Maxim – My Holy Land

This is a beautiful fairy tale that is hard to resist believing. It shows that not everything in the world can be solved through force or violence. Usually, attempts to convince a cruel ruler to change their ways are doomed to fail. But what if the ruler was not asked if they wanted to become a soulless being? The story highlights that the worst thing isn't just the absence of a soul, but the behavior of ordinary people who can be worse than any hellish creature - especially if they have power.

Although the plot of the book is like a typical fairy tale with good triumphing over evil, the story reflects the harsh realities of life - including dirt, betrayal, and human meanness. Despite the less-than-ideal world, the main character behaves as they should, creating a positive impression.

The book skillfully plays on the contrasts between ideals and reality, emphasizing that a lot can change if you are the "chosen" king of your land.

A fairy-tale plot that you really want to believe in

Lack of division into absolute good and evil, and it cannot be said that all heroes are filled with kindness, rather the opposite

Really kind main character

An attempt to appeal to the conscience of a local villain looks very naive. Although, suddenly, it turns out to be successful

To a cynical reader, the entire plot development may seem too implausible