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Messenger in the Mist
Two factions on the verge of war…A countryside overrun with beasts…A love tested against duty…
Star, a messenger for the Elite Riders of Evenspark, races through the misted countryside delivering correspondence to the bordering Fortress of Ravencliff. The route is haunted by the mysterious beasts that lurk in the moors. Star risks her life for the hope of relocating her parents, for the glory of her illustrious career, and for an unrequited love.
On one such mission, Star discovers she carries plans for the assassination of Prince Valen of Ravencliff - the man who has captured her heart. Weighing love against livelihood, she must decide what’s more important…the safety of her country or her love for the Prince, who is betrothed to Princess Vespa of Evenspark.
With the mist is rising, enabling the Elyndra to gather and threaten the borders of both kingdoms, Star must unravel the mystery of their existence and forestall a war.
- GenresFantasy
183 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2010
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About the author
Aubrie Dionne
38 books568 followersAubrie grew up watching the original Star Wars movies over and over again until she could recite and reenact every single scene in her backyard. She also loved The Goonies, Star Trek the Next Generation-favorite character was Data by far-, and Indiana Jones. But, her all time favorite movie was The Last Unicorn. She still wonders why the unicorn decided to change back to a unicorn in the end.
Aubrie wrote in her junior high yearbook that she wanted to be "A concert flutist" when she grew up. When she made that happen, she decided one career was not enough and embarked as a fantasy, sci fi author. Two careers seems to keep her busy. For now.
Now for the professional bio:
Aubrie Dionne is an author and flutist in New England. Her writings have appeared in Mindflights, Niteblade, Silver Blade, Emerald Tales, Hazard Cat, Moon Drenched Fables, A Fly in Amber, and Aurora Wolf. Her books are published by Entangled Publishing, Lyrical Press, and Gypsy Shadow Publishing. She recently signed her YA sci fi novel with Inkspell Publishing titled: Colonization: Paradise Reclaimed, which will release in October 2012. When she's not writing, Aubrie teaches flute and plays in orchestras. She's a big Star Trek TNG fan, as well as Star Wars and Serenity.
Aubrie wrote in her junior high yearbook that she wanted to be "A concert flutist" when she grew up. When she made that happen, she decided one career was not enough and embarked as a fantasy, sci fi author. Two careers seems to keep her busy. For now.
Now for the professional bio:
Aubrie Dionne is an author and flutist in New England. Her writings have appeared in Mindflights, Niteblade, Silver Blade, Emerald Tales, Hazard Cat, Moon Drenched Fables, A Fly in Amber, and Aurora Wolf. Her books are published by Entangled Publishing, Lyrical Press, and Gypsy Shadow Publishing. She recently signed her YA sci fi novel with Inkspell Publishing titled: Colonization: Paradise Reclaimed, which will release in October 2012. When she's not writing, Aubrie teaches flute and plays in orchestras. She's a big Star Trek TNG fan, as well as Star Wars and Serenity.
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October 14, 2018
4 stars. This was surprisingly good
May 1, 2011
Review: The Messenger In The Mist
Dionne plunges readers into a mist-filled world. The novel's heroine - a messenger named Star - is an integral part of the world she belongs to. Star is the fastest rider of the Interkingdom Carriers, ferrying mail between the kingdoms of Evenspark and Ravencliff, all the while attempting to evade the dangerous creatures called the Elyndra, who live in the mist and attack riders. When a fellow messenger is killed, Star vows to find a way to destroy the Elyndra. She teams up with the treacherous Fallon Leer, a man she doesn't know if she can trust. Meanwhile, Star is struggling with her feelings for Prince Valen, who is betrothed to Princess Vespa. Star decides to try her hand at unraveling the mystery of the mist. But what can a messenger and a criminal hope to accomplish when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds?
Dionne's wholly believable fantasy world is a joy to travel into. With unique creature species, it is somewhat reminiscent of The Dark Crystal. The story is a thrilling fantasy adventure, and in keeping with her other stories, all of the characters have strong motivations for acting the way they do. Aubrie Dionne shows a true mastery of the uses of the English language as she weaves together beautiful sentences like, "Together they were converse entities, like midnight and the moon, the horse absorbing light and the girl reflecting it as if a thousand glimmering particles dusted her hair and skin." This book is a definite page-turner that keeps you hooked.
Dionne plunges readers into a mist-filled world. The novel's heroine - a messenger named Star - is an integral part of the world she belongs to. Star is the fastest rider of the Interkingdom Carriers, ferrying mail between the kingdoms of Evenspark and Ravencliff, all the while attempting to evade the dangerous creatures called the Elyndra, who live in the mist and attack riders. When a fellow messenger is killed, Star vows to find a way to destroy the Elyndra. She teams up with the treacherous Fallon Leer, a man she doesn't know if she can trust. Meanwhile, Star is struggling with her feelings for Prince Valen, who is betrothed to Princess Vespa. Star decides to try her hand at unraveling the mystery of the mist. But what can a messenger and a criminal hope to accomplish when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds?
Dionne's wholly believable fantasy world is a joy to travel into. With unique creature species, it is somewhat reminiscent of The Dark Crystal. The story is a thrilling fantasy adventure, and in keeping with her other stories, all of the characters have strong motivations for acting the way they do. Aubrie Dionne shows a true mastery of the uses of the English language as she weaves together beautiful sentences like, "Together they were converse entities, like midnight and the moon, the horse absorbing light and the girl reflecting it as if a thousand glimmering particles dusted her hair and skin." This book is a definite page-turner that keeps you hooked.
September 13, 2010
Aubrie Dionne's MESSENGER IN THE MIST entwines fantasy and romance with a dash of science fiction into Star Nightingale's quest against the mist and the terrible Elyndra that inhabit it. Star is a noble, brave, kind character, and when she decides to go against the code of the Interkingdom Messengers, her world becomes unrecognizable. Ms. Dionne brilliantly weaves mystery, action, horrifying creatures, and romance into this wonderful novel. The mist hides more than just the countryside and monsters, and it is only when Star destroys the mist maker that everything becomes clear to her and the other characters in the novel. I highly recommend MESSENGER IN THE MIST to all who enjoy strong heroines who lead with their heart and their head.
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