Chapter 14 Summary

Hoping to make up for the day lost to the storm, Kira wakes early and prepares to visit Annabella. Just as she is about to enter the forest, one of her friends from the weaving shed, Marlena, calls her over to chat. Marlena tells Kira that she is missed around the shed and that Matt has been doing a poor job as her replacement.

Kira asks Marlena, who lives in the Fen, if she knew Jo, the singing girl. Marlena says she knew of her and her voice, but she didn't know Jo personally. Marlena whispers that people said Jo's songs were not only beautiful, but also prophetic. They conclude their chat, and Kira sets off again for Annabella's.

Before Kira can enter the woods, Matt arrives and informs Kira that Annabella is dead and already in the Field. Kira is shocked, having...