A Letter to Xan

Dear Xan, 

I admire your attempt to do good in the world. I think it's incredible how you saved so many babies from the dangers of the forest where they were left to die. It's unfortunate that you and your intentions were so misunderstood by the people of the Protectorate. However, I think that aspect about you allows children who hear your story to create connections to you and look up to you. I think often times as a child it can feel as if you're misunderstood by others and being able to see someone so kind also being misunderstood may bring them comfort. I think your actions and story could be very influential for many others. In addition, your love for Luna is incredible and truly and inspiration. I have a younger sister, and the love you have for Luna reminded me instantly of the love I have for my little sister. Like you have shown you would do anything for Luna, even if that means giving your own life, I feel the same way about my little sister. I, too, would sacrifice anything for her. On a different note, I think you're too hard on yourself sometimes. For example, when you thought, "I should have known"..." I should have been curious. I should have done something"(Barnhill 324). I thought you were way too hard on yourself. How could you have ever known? What sane person would ever suspect and come to the conclusion that babies were being left for them as a sacrifice? No way this is your fault at all. In fact the Grand Elders and Sister Ignatia didn't even think you existed at all. They left the babies there to die from whatever lurked in the forest at night... not for a witch. You were the only thing saving these children. You saved them from not only the predators in the forest, but also from a life filled with sorrow in the Protectorate. Additionally, your actions of saving the babies lead to a revolution of the people of the Protectorate. Without you, they would still be oppressed, miserable, and under rule that brings them much intended sorrow and sadness. I think you should always be remember for your bravery, kindness, inspiration, and love. I wonder what good things will come from others being inspired by your story. I hope my letter reaches you somehow as I wish for you to know what good you did do in the world that takes place in The Girl Who Drank the Moon.

Sincerely, 

Nadia Abukhadra