"The Shopkeeper and the Traveler" is the first book in The Traveler's Saga series of sci-fi fantasy novels.
The Traveler’s Saga is a tale of fate, prophecy, and legends that spans the course of about twenty years. In the first installment, “The Shopkeeper and The Traveler,” Brianna Moonspirit learns the truth about her identity after losing the only parents she’d ever known. She embarks on a journey from cosmopolitan Seattle to another world and another time, changing her life forever. With the help of an infamous warrior-king from the past, she attempts to fulfill an ancient prophecy and restore peace to present-day Astralmira. Together they embark on a journey of discovery and determination as they travel to other worlds within the Multiverse, as well as through time itself. Secrets eventually reveal their special connection to the Shopkeeper through a most unusual twist of cosmic fate.
Professional Reviews
Review by Melissa Stacy, author of "The Etiquette of Wolves"
“A time-traveling love story set in modern Seattle and the fantastical world of Astralmira, this is a fascinating story with a plot full of twists and turns. I could not predict the ending at all, and was delighted by the revelations that arrive as Brianna and Merrick keep fighting to stay together despite the hardships they face. For fans of sci-fi and fantasy, this is a great novel to add to your list!”
Review by White Feather, author of "Park Bench Mojo"
“If you are looking for truly magical and mystical lands to travel to, do not call your travel agent. Instead begin reading the Traveler's Saga series by J. D. Hanning. Her beautifully descriptive story will transport you to and immerse you fully in a reality brimming with mojo. I assure you that you will be sucked in and you won't want to come back out. Having been sucked in myself, I encourage everyone to ‘book’ your adventure now.”
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Due to illness my cover artist, Jack Hoyle, of t-rexstudios.com is still producing the final cover for this title. The cover shown is just a place holder cover. Thanks for understanding, MR
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