Secrets of Hollins Castle
J. N. Christianson
Rosewyn clutched the bundled baby in her arms as she ran through the icy winds of Hollins Shire’s brutal winter, shivering violently – but not from the cold. She shivered from fright and dread. The baby she held in her arms should have been loved and cared for like any other newborn, but the baby had been condemned to die by the King. His birth was against the law and saving him would mean certain death if she was caught. Even the news of his birth would aid the evil duke, Lord Raymond in overthrowing the entire kingdom. If Rosewyn’s secret is discovered, the kingdom could crumble.
Tortured by guilt in condemning the child, the King struggles to keep his family together. When a mysterious boy arrives at the castle, things become more dangerous as Lord Raymond plots the royal family’s demise. In an effort to save his family and kingdom, the King has his young sons trained in survival skills for their protection, but when the secret of the new stranger is discovered, will the training be enough?
Editorial Review
Secrets of Hollins Castle is a delightful medieval fantasy adventure that stands out as a testament of love to the medieval fantasy genre - Christianson weaves a well-crafted tale that feels realistic to the genre, with especially powerful dialogue and relationship building that make the story stand out. The author does an excellent job balancing drama and tenderness without being melodramatic, such as when Queen Jennifry gives birth to her child to start the story. Characters are also introduced with good characterization quickly without overwhelming the reader, such as when the reader meets Lord Raymond with a snide comment. The character relationships between each other, which add to the mystery, also feel realistic and at times tender.
Writer's Digest
Duration - 8h 17m.
Author - J. N. Christianson.
Narrator - Jason C. Christianson.
Published Date - Monday, 22 January 2024.
Copyright - © 2024 J. N. Christianson ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
Rosewyn clutched the bundled baby in her arms as she ran through the icy winds of Hollins Shire’s brutal winter, shivering violently – but not from the cold. She shivered from fright and dread. The baby she held in her arms should have been loved and cared for like any other newborn, but the baby had been condemned to die by the King. His birth was against the law and saving him would mean certain death if she was caught. Even the news of his birth would aid the evil duke, Lord Raymond in overthrowing the entire kingdom. If Rosewyn’s secret is discovered, the kingdom could crumble. Tortured by guilt in condemning the child, the King struggles to keep his family together. When a mysterious boy arrives at the castle, things become more dangerous as Lord Raymond plots the royal family’s demise. In an effort to save his family and kingdom, the King has his young sons trained in survival skills for their protection, but when the secret of the new stranger is discovered, will the training be enough? Editorial Review Secrets of Hollins Castle is a delightful medieval fantasy adventure that stands out as a testament of love to the medieval fantasy genre - Christianson weaves a well-crafted tale that feels realistic to the genre, with especially powerful dialogue and relationship building that make the story stand out. The author does an excellent job balancing drama and tenderness without being melodramatic, such as when Queen Jennifry gives birth to her child to start the story. Characters are also introduced with good characterization quickly without overwhelming the reader, such as when the reader meets Lord Raymond with a snide comment. The character relationships between each other, which add to the mystery, also feel realistic and at times tender. Writer's Digest Duration - 8h 17m. Author - J. N. Christianson. Narrator - Jason C. Christianson. Published Date - Monday, 22 January 2024. Copyright - © 2024 J. N. Christianson ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:26
Chapter 1 The Lost Prince
Duration:00:18:18
Chapter 2 The Midwife's Cottage
Duration:00:14:59
Chapter 3 The Secret Passage
Duration:00:24:17
Chapter 4 Survival
Duration:00:21:09
Chapter 5 The Royal Discovery
Duration:00:19:58
Chapter 6 The Decoy
Duration:00:18:51
Chapter 7 Old James
Duration:00:10:00
Chapter 8 The Princesses
Duration:00:18:16
Chapter 9 The Flower Expedition
Duration:00:16:20
Chapter 10 The Lost Arrow
Duration:00:22:48
Chapter 11 Behind the Panel
Duration:00:15:59
Chapter 12 A King in Check
Duration:00:18:16
Chapter 13 Castle In Lockdown
Duration:00:20:27
Chapter 14 The Hidden Castle
Duration:00:19:19
Chapter 15 The Midwife's Story
Duration:00:19:50
Chapter 16 The Note in the Platter Lid
Duration:00:21:12
Chapter 17 The Duke's Valet
Duration:00:22:31
Chapter 18 Chester's Hamlet
Duration:00:21:29
Chapter 19 The Queen's Revelation
Duration:00:18:42
Chapter 20 Tied to a Tree
Duration:00:23:38
Chapter 21 The Ghosts
Duration:00:20:39
Chapter 22 The Dungeons
Duration:00:15:39
Chapter 23 The Journal
Duration:00:23:08
Chapter 24 Taking the Castle
Duration:00:18:48
Chapter 25 The Coronation
Duration:00:08:29
Chapter 26 The Legend of Ophelia
Duration:00:14:54
Chapter 27 A Family for a Prince
Duration:00:09:07
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:25