ISBN: 979-8335481366
Published: August 1, 2024
Pages: 272 pages
Formats: Kindle, Paperback, Hardcover
The Silver Owl - Surrounded by Shadows
Bound by destiny, cursed by time — will their love survive another lifetime?

When twelve-year-old Danielle is orphaned, she's uprooted from her familiar American life and sent to live with her mother’s estranged family in Ireland. It’s not long before she understands why her parents never spoke of the O’Teiges. Living with them is a nightmare. Abuse and neglect shadow every corner of her new existence, and her hope fades quickly.

But amidst the darkness, Danielle finds solace in the most unexpected place: the neighboring estate owned by the handsome and enigmatic Derek O’Reilly. Derek is kind, charming, and immediately takes Danielle under his wing. He becomes her only confidant and protector, the first person to care about her in a long time.

However, Derek has a secret, one that ties their destinies together in a way neither could have imagined. As their bond deepens, Derek begins to realize the truth about Danielle's identity—she is the reincarnation of someone he has known through many past lives, each ending in tragedy and death. Shocked by this revelation, he decides to send her back to America, hoping to break the cycle of violence and loss that has plagued them for centuries.

But distance can’t sever a connection that has stood the test of time. As Danielle struggles to build a new life in America, she feels an unexplainable pull back to Ireland, back to Derek. In a tale woven through the ages, Danielle and Derek must find a way to break the curse that binds them before it's too late.

Journey with Danielle as she discovers the power of love, the depths of destiny, and the secrets of a bond that transcends lifetimes. Can they rewrite their history, or will the darkness claim them once again?

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Reviews
What a page turner!!! I truly enjoyed this book, I read it in 3 days! Every chance I got I was reading. Surrounded by Shadows has everything; mystery, romance, intrigue, magic and most of all strong believable characters with a fantastic storyline. I can’t wait for the second book to come out. Jeanne Stover - Amazon Reviewer
This small town love triangle snared me from the first chapter and left me wanting more. A fantasy with romance, spice, abuse, mystery, magic, and more. Bekki0718 - Amazon Reviewer
Surrounded by shadows was a really enjoyable read, it has mystery, magic and so much more beautifully blended with the mystical elements of Ireland which together has created a great start to this fantasy. Mariah has done a fantastic job with the characters and plot, it is a slow burn but the story in its self kept me wanting to read more. I recommend to those slow burn fantasy lovers out there. Chaotic Bookworm - Goodreads Reviewer
American FMC planted in Ireland sets the scene for this first book in what promises to be an amazing series! I instantly felt launched into the mythical mixed with real world of Ireland, and felt drawn into the characters of this little quaint Irish town. Having been to Ireland, I found the descriptions so authentic, and often found myself entrenched in the Irish ways and culture. I loved the story, the characters, and slow burn on both the relationship between the main characters and the hints of fantasy and mythical realms. I am highly excited for book two! Kammi Manchester- Goodreads Reviewer