Book Details:
Book Title: BEYOND THE LIGHT OF THE WILLOW TREE by Daniel E. Chambrello
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 268 pages
Genre: Fantasy, Inspirational, Action & Adventure
Publisher: The boy. The dragon. & the cherry tree swing.
Release date: April 2025
Content Rating: PG: There are approximately ten violent scenes in the Roman timeline but not they are not graphic at all, and one kiss between characters.
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 268 pages
Genre: Fantasy, Inspirational, Action & Adventure
Publisher: The boy. The dragon. & the cherry tree swing.
Release date: April 2025
Content Rating: PG: There are approximately ten violent scenes in the Roman timeline but not they are not graphic at all, and one kiss between characters.
Book Description:
In the deepest dark, there is only light.
With each new generation, precious souls are called upon to serve a higher purpose. But each calling is forged in challenge and fear, and every journey hinges upon the choices made.
In present-day North Carolina, Gabriel is devoted to his wife, Jennifer, and their five rambunctious kids... until the day tragedy strikes the Connor household, setting in motion a chai of events that will transform humanity.
In ancient Rome, young Gabrielus leaves his humble village to become a protector of the emperor. He dreams of bringing glory and wealth to his family and returning a hero to his love, Jennamine. But the path ahead is steeped in grief and vengeance, and Gabrielus will be forced to make a choice that echoes through the ages.
One soul. Infinite journeys. A universe of possibilities.
In the deepest dark, there is only light.
With each new generation, precious souls are called upon to serve a higher purpose. But each calling is forged in challenge and fear, and every journey hinges upon the choices made.
In present-day North Carolina, Gabriel is devoted to his wife, Jennifer, and their five rambunctious kids... until the day tragedy strikes the Connor household, setting in motion a chai of events that will transform humanity.
In ancient Rome, young Gabrielus leaves his humble village to become a protector of the emperor. He dreams of bringing glory and wealth to his family and returning a hero to his love, Jennamine. But the path ahead is steeped in grief and vengeance, and Gabrielus will be forced to make a choice that echoes through the ages.
One soul. Infinite journeys. A universe of possibilities.
MY REVIEW:
The audiobook "Beyond the Light of the Willow Tree" is not your typical novel. It tells the story of two main characters, Gabriel, who lives in present-day North Carolina, and Gabrielus, who lived in 131 AD Rome. They are one soul experiencing hardships, love, and intense emotions across time.
I generally prefer audiobooks over Kindle or print editions because I can feel the characters' emotions more deeply as the narrators bring them to life. The book features numerous secondary characters, and the narrators effectively distinguish between them.
Overall, I was impressed by the author's ability to create a story that is enlightening, emotional, engaging, and spiritual. It left me contemplating the concepts of reincarnation and "The Higher Plane." Although I am not a spiritual person and usually do not read books about the topic, this book opened my eyes to the subject. I give the book 5/5 stars.
I generally prefer audiobooks over Kindle or print editions because I can feel the characters' emotions more deeply as the narrators bring them to life. The book features numerous secondary characters, and the narrators effectively distinguish between them.
Overall, I was impressed by the author's ability to create a story that is enlightening, emotional, engaging, and spiritual. It left me contemplating the concepts of reincarnation and "The Higher Plane." Although I am not a spiritual person and usually do not read books about the topic, this book opened my eyes to the subject. I give the book 5/5 stars.
Meet the Author:
At the base of a mountain in Connecticut sits a peach orchard in a quiet neighborhood. Here, hawks soar high as coyotes slink among the trees, leaving trails of wisdom and mystery. In the early hours, the veil between worlds is as thin as the morning mist. This is where Daniel E. Chambrello sits and thinks. As the youngest of five, Daniel is a born observer, preferring solitude as he questions everything from consciousness to Catholic doctrine. While journeying and experiencing love, heartbreak, and so much in between, Daniel’s knowing has expanded, and his questions have grown deeper. When a good friend handed him a book by a spiritual teacher, it was a life-defining moment, confirming all Daniel had known as truth and further kindling a story that he’d felt called to write since childhood. In this ethos, Daniel’s first novel sprung forth—a spiritual guidebook weaving together love, adventure, and truths that are best felt rather than described.Enter the Giveaway:
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Disclaimer: I was given a free copy of the audiobook for my honest review and I was not compensated for my review.
