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The Cordello Quest (Lazuli Portals #1)

by Joanna Gawn (Goodreads Author), Ron C. Dickerson

4.21 of 5 stars 4.21 · rating details · 19 ratings · 11 reviews

What would you do if you found yourself in another world?
If you were told you had a key role to play in the lives of a people you never knew existed?
That you had been a part of their legend for centuries?
Who would you rely on?

The Cordello Quest is a tale of hope, trust and faith.
It is a tale of natural magic and mystery ... of making the most of your inner knowing.
It is a...more

Paperback, 380 pages

Published January 12th 2012

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Mar 18, 2013 Kate rated it 4 of 5 stars

Firstly I’d like to thank Joanna Gawn for sending me this eBook to read and give an honest review. This is the first book in The Lazuli Portals Trilogy with the second book Mosaic of Light currently being written.

The action started pretty quickly – one minute Keira and her boyfriend Jason were having a not-so-romantic midnight picnic with Jason getting rather drunk, and the next Keira had wandered off and experienced what I can only describe as an intense and bizarre spiritual event. This turned...more Firstly I’d like to thank Joanna Gawn for sending me this eBook to read and give an honest review. This is the first book in The Lazuli Portals Trilogy with the second book Mosaic of Light currently being written.

The action started pretty quickly – one minute Keira and her boyfriend Jason were having a not-so-romantic midnight picnic with Jason getting rather drunk, and the next Keira had wandered off and experienced what I can only describe as an intense and bizarre spiritual event. This turned out to be just the beginning of a beautiful yet dangerous journey for Keira and I found her acceptance of the situation she was in particularly admirable, especially when she had no idea where she was or why she was there.

Charls was an intriguing character and with him looking just like Jason Keira was quick to trust him. He introduced Keira to the amazing world of Cordello and its lovelight energy which seemed to be something that others coveted. It was at this point that Keira discovered her purpose in Cordello and although she didn’t know the details of how she would complete her quest, she felt confident that she would be shown the way. As the story progressed she faced challenge after challenge and each time I felt concern for Keira and her new Cordellan friends.

I felt connected to many of the words in the book but there was a particular moment near the beginning when Keira said that she had switched off her worry circuit and I just loved this saying – being a worrier myself I’ve often wished that I could stop worrying and thought that this was a lovely way of describing it (one I will definitely use in the future).

When the story first switched to Jason’s point of view I was pleased to get a clearer impression of his character, he knew that he had acted badly by drinking too much and as he went to look for Keira he was unaware that his own adventure was just about to begin!

I was very curious about Charls and Keira’s friendship, there were times when I thought that they were just really good friends but then I’d be sure that there was a hint of something more and with Jason still hanging around on the other side I wasn’t sure what to think.

After many ups, downs, twists and turns, which left me feeling as exhausted as Keira, the epilogue came along and made me think about the next portal and what might be discovered there – I’m looking forward to finding out!

The whole book had a calm, peaceful feel to it and I think that most of this was attributed to the clear and precise writing style. I loved the detailed descriptions because they made me feel like I was actually there alongside Keira on her quest. I also loved how this wasn’t just an enjoyable fantasy story, it was full of deep meaning and self-awareness which I could translate into my own life. I felt empowered whilst reading this book and took away a feeling of positivity that was much-needed after a shaky start to the year for my family and myself.

This was an imaginative read interspersed with spirituality and thought-provoking ideas, this is definitely a story that will stay with me.(less)

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Aug 19, 2012 Cassandra rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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I got this book for free via Making Connections, so I could read and review it

This book was well written, although it isn't something I would normally read (given it's focus on spiritually, something I know little about). I really enjoyed the part where Keira and her group were in the tunnels and solving puzzles to get them to the next area. The first part of the book seemed really slow, while the second part picked up a lot.

One issue I had was jokes that were told in Cordello that were based o...more

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Oct 30, 2012 Linda Parkinson-Hardman rated it 5 of 5 stars

Within the first page I was hooked, and not just because of the story. As I read from page two onwards I found myself thinking `this is just like Shamanic journeying I've done in the past'. You can imagine my surprise when a little further in, it becomes obvious that this is in fact a journey that is outside the physical body. The book for me was like a UK version of The Celestine Prophecy where the story was almost secondary to the messages that were being shared. These were messages I have hea...more

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Apr 02, 2013 Lizzie Lamb rated it 5 of 5 stars

I'm a complete sucker for books about 'other worlds' and anything that's slightly metaphysical, or not anchored in reality. Like AVATAR, in fact. So the Cordella Quest was right up my street. When the heroine Keira passed through the portal I travelled with her - and the authors' descriptive powers certainly helped to make me feel like this. When she left Jason and met Charls I felt fearful for Keira, could he be trusted? Had she stepped from a bad situation into a worse one? I loved the idea of...more

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Dec 24, 2011 Sharon Goodwin rated it 4 of 5 stars

The Cordello Quest opens on the Cornish moors. It is very atmospheric with the moonlight and the mist. Keira has been disappointed by partner Jason’s announcement – she was expecting commitment when instead, Jason tells her he’s been offered a job hundreds of miles away. Turning around to speak to Jason, Keira finds him snoring against a rock. Feeling drawn to one of the crags, she makes her way over and as she touches it, the crags move into a circle.

From this moment on, Keira moves into a para...more The Cordello Quest opens on the Cornish moors. It is very atmospheric with the moonlight and the mist. Keira has been disappointed by partner Jason’s announcement – she was expecting commitment when instead, Jason tells her he’s been offered a job hundreds of miles away. Turning around to speak to Jason, Keira finds him snoring against a rock. Feeling drawn to one of the crags, she makes her way over and as she touches it, the crags move into a circle.

From this moment on, Keira moves into a parallel universe where she is part of the legend that will save the Cordellians from a neighbouring country … and what a parallel universe it is! At times I felt as if I was being led through a wonderful healing meditation. The descriptive writing opens up this world and the depth makes it come alive.

During the time that Keira is experiencing this ‘other’ world, Jason is still on the moors. He wakes and follows her dew-bejewelled footprints. Within the stone circle, he has a visitation from a mentor. So while Keira is learning and exploring, he is also.

After the reader becomes familiar with Cordello, the conflict begins. Lord Charls (a Cordellian) follows the path of a stereotypical male of only seeing resolution through battle but Keira knows that the ending can be achieved through ‘lovelight’. I loved universal energy being called the ‘lovelight’ and how the authors have made this accessible to all (which it is!) but mostly I loved how the authors gave it the power to transform.

As with all good quests there are also betrayals, heartache and love. I did wonder about the relationship between Lord Charls and Kiera, and wasn’t sure which way their friendship would go … especially seeing as he looked the same as Jason!

The ending did surprise me! Now I’m intrigued to find out who and which portal the second book will explore!

Throughout the Cordello Quest you will find allusions to myths: Kronos and Uranus; Atlantis; the Shining Ones … and also lightworkers; energy vibrations; synchronicity; facing your fears and the power of thought and emotion. Most importantly is the message to listen to and follow your own intution.

The Cordello Quest is a beautifully written magical journey and I enjoyed the way that although this is about Keira’s quest, the story also flashes back to Jason. This really felt like it tied up the story and made it whole.(less)

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Aug 04, 2012 Penumbra rated it 1 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: no one

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I was given this book to read through the Making Connections ARR group, thank you.

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Sep 24, 2012 C.M. Gray rated it 4 of 5 stars

The Cordello Quest by Joanna Gawn and Ron C. Dickerson is a very thought provoking work with wonderful descriptions of the ‘other’ world of Cordello. This is a good mixture of metaphysics and fantasy that will both entertain and may also get you thinking.

I haven’t read anything like this since reading ‘The Celestine Prophecy’ many years ago and can happily recommend it. The ending also opens the door to a second follow up and I look forward to reading that.

Well written, no editing problems that...more

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Jul 25, 2012 Shalini Boland rated it 4 of 5 stars

A gentle and uplifting story which made me think about how I live my life. Although this is an adventure with quite a few hair-raising moments, it is also a relaxing read - one I looked forward to each evening and I'm sorry it's now over. It's left me with that dilemma of what on earth to read next. I'm very much looking forward to book 2 in the series.

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Jun 16, 2012 Louise rated it 5 of 5 stars

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I absolutely loved this book, in fact I can't wait for the next one! I loved the concept of love light and feel this carries a message for us all to live our lives from a place of love and compassion, not only did I enjoy the story but I feel I have gone through a spiritual change from reading it. The book was well written, easy to read and kept me wanting more with each page, just as I expect from a good book.

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Jan 03, 2013 Catherine rated it 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this magical book and I can't wait for the next one in the trilogy. Well done Joanna and Ron!

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Sep 12, 2012 Joanna Gawn added it · (Review from the author) Recommends it for: spiritual, reiki, lightworker, positivity

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Joanna Gawn is an author, energy-healing practitioner and wife. She loves writing, reading, working on spreadsheets, visiting National Trust gardens, and experiencing inspiring scenery. Dartmoor and Brittany are two of her favourite places. She and her husband are owned by two cats. Joanna is a chocoholic, and is also partial to cake. ;-)

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