Windward Shore - (The Dancing Realms) by Sharon Hinck (Paperback)

About the Book

The island world of Meriel faces an old adversary and a new danger. Will the reformed Order die before it has a chance to blossom?

Storm clouds loom on the horizon as Carya and Brantley struggle to overcome wounds of the past and build a future together. The fragile new Order is on shaky ground, with too few dancers and sparse resources. Then trouble erupts--and now an insidious rebellion and a new foe threaten their entire world.

When she uncovers an old enemy behind all the destruction, Carya realizes the past is not done with her. With conflict tearing apart the dancers and villages, rimmers are soon overrun, and Carya must unite her people by leading the battle to protect the very heart of her world . . . or lose it all.

Book Synopsis

The island world of Meriel faces an old adversary and a new danger. Will the reformed Order die before it has a chance to blossom?

Storm clouds loom on the horizon as Carya and Brantley struggle to overcome wounds of the past and build a future together. The fragile new Order is on shaky ground, with too few dancers and sparse resources. Then trouble erupts--and now an insidious rebellion and a new foe threaten their entire world.

When she uncovers an old enemy behind all the destruction, Carya realizes the past is not done with her. With conflict tearing apart the dancers and villages, rimmers are soon overrun, and Carya must unite her people by leading the battle to protect the very heart of her world . . . or lose it all.

Review Quotes

"Like its predecessors in the Dancing Realm Series, Windward Shore features fascinating worldbuilding undergirded by a spirituality that's as deep as its ocean universe. Populated by startling enemies and unexpected allies, and liberally sprinkled with memorable moments, this book will linger in my memory." -- Kathy Tyers, New York Times best-selling and Christy Award-winning author --Kathy Tyers

"Listen . . . Listen to this world. Relevant and eloquent, Windward Shore expertly delivers a warning about the desperation of our world and the need for gentle souls to hear the cries for meaning and freedom." -- Ronie Kendig, author of the award-winning Brand of Light and Dawn of Vengeance--Ronie Kendig

"Sharon Hinck creates a compelling world of danger and hope in Windward Shore, the final installment of The Dancing Realms trilogy. Readers will cheer Carya and Brantley as they struggle to trust the Maker and save not only their island but the new islands that have swept into view. Hinck brings this wonderfully clever allegorical tale to a fascinating conclusion that will thrill Christian fantasy readers and leave fans of the series with a satisfied smile on their faces. Highly recommended!" -- Jill Williamson, award-winning author of the Blood of Kings trilogy
--Jill Williamson

"Sharon Hinck's wondrous imagination and taut weaving of a tale have always amazed me. I have been captivated by The Dancing Realms series since page one of the first book. This third outing, Windward Shore, adds a brilliant capstone to a delightful series. Readers will yearn to ride their own stenella or leap into life-giving dance with Carya as they rapidly flip the pages, eager to encounter the next gratifying twist in the riveting plot. A must-read!" -- Jill Elizabeth Nelson, author of The Art of the Edit: Shaping and Sculpting Your Manuscript--Jill Elizabeth Nelson

"This heartfelt conclusion to The Dancing Realms is pitch-perfect. I was swept away by Sharon Hinck's imagination and touched by the depth of her spiritual themes. Windward Shore absolutely sparkles." -- Lindsay A. Franklin, award-winning author of The Story Peddler--Lindsay A. Franklin

"Windward Shore has everything a finale ought to have. Old foes reemerge. New dangers surface. Past, present, and future meld together into a breath-taking climax; and the story comes full circle to an end that both satisfies and allows the characters to live on in the reader's imagination." -- Chawna Schroeder, author of The Vault Between Spaces--Chawna Schroeder

"Windward Shore is an ever-deepening spiritual adventure with high stakes, some unexpected twists, and glimpses of beauty and wonder that will send your heart soaring. A satisfying conclusion to a thoughtful and inspiring trilogy!" -- R.J. Anderson, bestselling author of Knife and the Flight and Flame trilogy--R.J. Anderson

About the Author

Award-winning author Sharon Hinck writes "stories for the hero in all of us," about ordinary women on extraordinary faith journeys. Known for their authenticity, emotional range, and spiritual depth, her novels include the ground-breaking Sword of Lyric fantasy series and her imaginative new Dancing Realms series, that began with Hidden Current and continued with Forsaken Island. She has been honored with a Christy finalist medal, and three Carol awards for her novels. For this new series, she drew on her experience as a ballet teacher, dancer, and choreographer.