The Midsummer Bride

When Count Alaric encounters a beautiful lady lost in the meadow near his castle, he falls in love and marries her. Named Catherine, she seems distant and lost in thought, hinting at a mysterious past. Each midsummer's eve, she disappears, returning at dawn with no recollection of her whereabouts. Alaric eventually learns that Catherine belongs to the faerie folk and longs to return to her world. Faced with her unhappiness, Alaric must decide whether to keep her with him or let her go. This enchanting tale by Barbara Picard is beautifully illustrated by Alan Marks.