The Grove - (Guardians of Destiny) by Jean Johnson (Paperback)

About the Book

" At the behest of their leader, the Witches of Darkhana are mobilized. Their mission: gather the most honest, true servants of each deity so that they may respectfully represent their land at the reopening of the Convocation of Gods and Man. For Witch-Priest Aradin Teral, his part in the quest has taken him across the length and breadth of Katan, searching for the best possible representative of an empire bent on preventing that very task. Ever since the destruction of the last Convocation, the magics of the Grove have been warped, endangering pilgrims and residents alike and requiring the guardianship of the strongest mage the priesthood can spare. Priestess Saleria is now the Keeper of the Grove, and Guardian of the Divine Garden. The arrival of a black-robed stranger bearing the faces of two men brings the promise of change, even peace, to the isolated valley. But it also ushers in an irresistible passion and a threat to Saleria's control of the wildest magics in the woods... "--

Book Synopsis

THE NEW GUARDIANS OF DESTINY NOVEL

Calm the magics caught in thrall:
Put your faith in strangers' pleas,
Watcher, Witch, and treasure trove;
Ride the wave to calm the trees,
Servant saves the sacred grove.

At the behest of their leader, the Witches of Darkhana are mobilized. Their mission: gather the most honest, true servants of each deity so that they may respectfully represent their land at the reopening of the Convocation of Gods and Man. For Witch-Priest Aradin Teral, his part in the quest has taken him across the length and breadth of Katan, searching for the best possible representative of an empire bent on preventing that very task.

Ever since the destruction of the last Convocation, the magics of the Grove have been warped, endangering pilgrims and residents alike and requiring the guardianship of the strongest mage the priesthood can spare. Priestess Saleria is now the Keeper of the Grove, and Guardian of the Divine Garden. The arrival of a black-robed stranger bearing the faces of two men brings the promise of change, even peace, to the isolated valley. But it also ushers in an irresistible passion and a threat to Saleria's control of the wildest magics in the woods...

Review Quotes

Praise for Jean Johnson and the Sons of Destiny Novels

"Jean Johnson's writing is fabulously fresh, thoroughly romantic, and wildly entertaining. Terrific--fast, sexy, charming, and utterly engaging. I loved it!"--Jayne Ann Krentz, New York Times bestselling author

"Cursed brothers, fated mates, prophecies, yum! A fresh new voice in fantasy romance, Jean Johnson spins an intriguing tale of destiny and magic."--Robin D. Owens, RITA Award-winning author

"I have to say it is a must-read for those who enjoy fantasy and romance...Jean Johnson can't write them fast enough for me!"--The Best Reviews

"A paranormal adventure series that will appeal to fantasy and historical fans, plus time-travel lovers as well...It's like Alice in Wonderland meets the Knights of the Round Table and you're never quite sure what's going to happen next. Delightful entertainment." --Romance Junkies

"An intriguing new fantasy romance series...A welcome addition to the genre. Cunning...Creative...Lovers of magic and fantasy will enjoy this fun, fresh, and very romantic offering."--Time Travel Romance Writers

"A must-read."--Romance Reviews Today

"An intriguing world...An enjoyable showcase for an inventive new author. Jean Johnson brings a welcome voice to the romance genre."--The Romance Reader

"An intriguing and entertaining tale of another dimension...Quite entertaining."--Fresh Fiction

About the Author

National bestselling author Jean Johnson lives in the Pacific Northwest. She is the author of the Sons of Destiny series: The Mage, The Flame, The Storm, The Cat, The Song, The Master, The Wolf, and The Sword. She is also the author of the The Shifter and Shifting Plains which are set in the Sons of Destiny world.