![]() To me, the search for one's place in the grand scheme of things is often harder than conquering the impossible or discovering that special person. It’s true that I always know my characters’ backgrounds, but I don’t write that unless the seeds sprout into a story that answers a question of its own.īy the time I finished writing the first novel, Tristan's earlier story had become as vibrant in my mind as his later struggles. When I started the Castle in the Wilde trilogy, I was not planning on a prequel. But yes, in my biased opinion, I’m quite happy with how it turned out. Rating and reviewing my own book…I don’t know if I’ll ever get used to it. Rose did an excellent job for 'kids' of all ages~ As I said, be prepared to buy the first book. A castle that has been abandoned for nearly 80 years.īy the time the prequel ends, you'll be spell-bound. But as with any adventure, they quickly encounter clues to an even greater mystery. Vixicats, gigantic mutant beasts, mysterious kingdoms & an abandoned castle set the stage for Tristan (a 30-something) noble & his loyal friends.Īs with any epic journey, the trio start out on a simple expedition to check on a neighboring island kingdom which is key to trade. If anything, you will be stunned by a mystery that surrounds Castle in the Wilde. You will not miss the sex & vulgarities or the violence which is suggested, but not graphic. And in an effort to keep the topic PG you end up with watered down one-dimensional characters. Often, the writing is simplistic to the point of boring. I'm always leery of purchasing books written for the under 18 crowd. Be prepared to be hooked & buy the next book. I love it~ I loved it so much, that before I even finished, I bought Book #1 in the series.Ī Castle Sealed is so well-crafted that anyone over the age of 15 would enjoy this.īefore I dive into why 5 stars, I have to note this is a Prequel: action that happens prior to the main events. Librarian Note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name. I’m the Sharon Rose who writes science fiction and fantasy for those who prefer a cleaner read. Of course, I knew I was not the only Sharon Rose in the world, but it turns out that some of them are authors, too. We live in Minnesota, USA, famed for its mosquitoes-uh, I mean 10,000 lakes and vibrant seasons. When I’m not writing or reading, I may be traveling, enjoying gardens, or searching for unique coffee shops with my husband. My stories weave cultures and characters, who are more than they seem to be, into adventures with mystery, romance, and hope. I publish fantasy and science fiction because they allow vast spaces to explore. It was only a matter of time before I just had to share my stories. Small wonder that my art spills out in story form. Anything that makes each of us beautifully unique. Plenty of life has happened since that first story, and I’ve come to realize the things that fascinate me. Okay, My Life as a Flying Squirrel may have had a couple spelling errors, but my classmates loved it. I started writing when I was seven years old. If you like fantasy with mystery, intrigue, and romance, come and explore this secondary world with medieval undertones and the turmoil of changing cultures. ![]() Or is it? Why are the northern lands of the kingdom forbidden?Ī Castle Sealed is the prequel novella to the Castle in the Wilde series. At least her own family’s honor is intact. Yet she loathes the man she is destined to wed, and wonders at the dirty secrets that haunt his clan. Granted, her marriage must maintain the strength and purity of the noble families. They have trammeled her childhood and will now stifle the rest of her life. Who started these absurd tales? What are they trying to hide? And what of that isolationist kingdom beyond the castle?īeth knows her duty…knows all the constraints imposed on a proper lady. Especially the night-prowling vixicats, so vicious that no one lives to tell what they really are. Why has no one claimed this prize? The townsfolk warn of ferocious beasts. ![]() Nor has his boundless energy found purpose through his travels abroad…until he hears of a hidden castle, abandoned and filled with untold treasure. Driving invaders from his kingdom has earned him undying gratitude-but no estate in his own homeland. Are they summoning Tristan to adventure, or warning him of death? Mysterious tales surround an abandoned castle.
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