"Fly by Night" is a whimsical fantasy novel that follows the journey of a young girl named Mosca Mye, who lives in a world where words hold great power. After escaping her dreary village and a strict aunt, she embarks on an adventure filled with intrigue, danger, and self-discovery. Accompanied by a thief named Eponymous Clent and a loyal goose, she navigates through a land rife with political schemes and enigmatic characters.
The story explores themes of identity, freedom, and the significance of language. Mosca finds herself caught in the web of various factions, including the ruling class that manipulates the populace through propaganda. As she learns more about the world around her, she grapples with her beliefs and the implications of the words she chooses to embrace.