Looking for something different to read over the holidays? Check out my Emissary series of novellas. Available for download for just $1.99 each, or free with Kindle Unlimited.
BLURB for TE1:
An angel’s work is never done—that’s part of the gig. But angels hadn’t been created to deal with such a vastly over-populated planet, rife with misery, suffering, and general chaos. Helping souls in peril has become a nearly impossible job, and even angelic tempers are frayed.
The archangel Azrael has had enough. He believes he’s found a way to ease their burden while saving jeopardized humans, too—hired help.
When Jake Daughtry lost his life rescuing a total stranger from certain death, he was on the fast track to Heaven. But that was before Azrael pulled him right out of line at the Pearly Gates. Now, as an Emissary to the Angels, Jake is taking to the highway in a quest to help souls in trouble. But the innate stubbornness of human beings bent on self-destruction is a challenge unlike any he’s ever faced.
It’s up to Jake and Azrael to bridge the gap between humans and angels. Will they ever convince the Council of Angels this endeavor is worthwhile? Can Jake figure out how to play by Azrael’s complicated rules? Will Azrael ever master the use of contractions in general conversation?
To find out the answers, hop on board Jake’s big red-and-white semi and travel the roads from the Florida Keys to north Georgia on an adventure that will make you laugh hard and cry even harder.
Recent 5-Star REVIEW of TE1:
Priscilla Bettis
5.0 out of 5 stars Humorous, but Gritty, Too
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 8, 2022
The archangel Azrael has a plan: create a task force of humans to help the angels turn wayward souls in the right direction. Jake is Azrael’s first emissary-in-training.
This novella juxtaposes comedic banter with gritty portrayals of suffering. The result takes the reader through a roller coaster of emotions.
Jake is easy to like. He tries hard to save a teen girl from prostitution. He reaches out to a serial killer. He befriends a lost drug addict. He suffers with his own grief from the death of a loved one. And he’s funny. I was cheering him on the whole way.
Meara raises some interesting theological questions. How much of a role do we play in other’s suffering and redemption? How much responsibility do we bear regarding our own suffering? The story isn’t meant to be a religious credo, and Meara says as much in her author’s notes, but the plot and characters examine these issues.
A fun, funny, and (at times) tearful story. Five stars.
DOWNLOAD YOUR COPIES HERE:
The Emissary 1
The Emissary 2: To Love Somebody
The Emissary 3: Love Hurts
Sharing your post. A bit of promo is necessary at times.
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Thanks, Craig! I appreciate that, and yep, now and then, I can’t help myself, especially when I find a new review as great as this one by Priscilla! It made me SMILE all day long!
Merry Christmas! 😊🎄😊
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Great review! Sharing…
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I thought so, too, Bette, and I really felt compelled to share it. I’m glad you enjoyed it, and I appreciate your stopping by to let me know. Merry Christmas! 😊🎄😊
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Merry Christmas! 🎄💞
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Posting on Dec. 29th’s tracikenworth.com.
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Oooh, thanks for sharing, Traci! It’s greatly appreciated, and I’ll be sure to stop by!
Merry Christmas! 😊🎄😊
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Everyone should indulge in some self promotion at this time of year particularly . Three wonderful books Marcia and can highly recommend..the author ♥ ♥♥
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Once in a while, I feel okay about giving myself a shout out, and I agree we should all do it now and then, especially this time of year.
SO glad you enjoyed this series, Sally, and I really appreciate your taking the time to let folks know. (Like on your blog recently! ❤ ❤ ❤ )
Thanks for stopping by today, and here's to a wonderful holiday season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🤗❤️🎄❤️🤗
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A terrific review of a terrific book! If I didn’t already have my copy, I’d be buying it!
Here’s to some sales and Christmas cheer! ♥♥
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Thanks so much, Trish! It really was a great review, wasn’t it? And I’m glad you enjoyed the story, too. Sales and Christmas cheer are both welcome at my house, for sure, and I hope you are getting some of both at YOURS, as well! Thanks so much for stopping by, and I know I’ve said this before, but I’m truly hoping to catch up on my email soon. I owe you one! (Or six!!)
Here’s to a beautifully Merry Christmas, and a truly Happy New Year!
🤗❤️🎄❤️🤗
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Here come your emojis again! 🤗❤️🎄❤️🤗
(And just enjoy the festive season and we’ll exchange emails when things are calmer!)
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We all must partake in some bold and blatant self-promo, Marcia. Lol. Great review for a wonderful series. The series would make a fabulous Christmas gift. Happy Holidays, my friend.
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Thank you so much, Diana! It’s always amazing to me when you say things like this, and I end up smiling like an idjit for hours on end! Happy Holidays right back atcha! My whole family will be here during the week between Christmas and New Year, and I’m really excited about that. Son, daughter, SIL, DIL, and all three grandkids! Can’t WAIT!!
😊❤️🎄❤️😊❤️🎄😊❤️😊
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That sounds awesome, Marcia. Sit back and enjoy the love and chaos. That’s what family is all about.
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Boy, you got that right! 😂
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Yay for your Marsh. Sometimes we just have to do it ourselves. LOL. Merry Christmas! ❤
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Now and then, I do get an urge to beat my own drum! 😁Not much going on here at TWS this month, so it seemed like a good time to do so.
Merry Christmas to you, too! 😀 ❤
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Thanks. And remember, it’s us who must keep our books alive. 🙂 xx
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Well this was a nice surprise.:-) Thanks for highlighting my review, Marcia. It was a fabulous read!
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I loved your review, Priscilla, and was very happy to share it! Thanks so much, and I hope you’ll enjoy the rest of the trilogy, if you find the time to check it out. (Those characters became very near and dear to me by the end!)
Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a wonderfully Happy New Year!
😀 ❤ 🎄
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