Garing Cross
Someone—or some thing—has invaded the sleepy little town of Garing Cross, and young Jesse Jean Montgomery finds herself facing an ancient curse alone. Despite her considerable intelligence, Jesse isn’t equipped to handle what’s coming down Main street in the darkness.
Garing Cross is a story of a girl growing up, a girl who doesn’t fit in, a girl who is misunderstood and left alone, facing trials that leave the adults around her paralyzed. She’s a loner and yet she longs to be a part of something greater—she seeks her tribe, her people. It’s about family and ancient curses and unspoken history, about separation and trials and coming home.
“Good Read!”
“The main character, Jess Martin, lives with her father in the sleepy little town of Garing Cross. She is turning 13 and learning the answers to many mysteries in her life. Who is her mother? Who are these people no one can see but her? Why is she so different from everyone else her age? And what is this gnawing and paralyzing fear she feels?
”Written from Jess’s point of view, the author, Joe Cooke, takes his time to thoroughly develop the story, laying the web of unanswered mysteries carefully. Just when one starts wondering if there is a story, he begins revealing why Jess is plagued with so many questions and her feelings of fear. Finally, the mysteries are solved and Jess finds the answers for which she has been searching. The book might start out a little slow, but I found it captivating and well written. There are a couple of loose ends left unanswered that leave the reader wondering (hoping?) if a sequel is being considered.
”If you are looking for a good read for your teenager who enjoys the fantasy world of covens, then this book fits the bill. It is an easy read that isn’t too long so there shouldn’t be more than one late night of reading under the covers to finish the book.”
Charli D.
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