Missing: Lessons from Fiori - Book 2 - Softcover

McAloon, Peggy M; Rogers, Anneka

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0962779210 ISBN 13: 9780962779213

Publisher: PMac Press, 2016

Synopsis

“Missing” is an engaging coming of age fantasy for middle-grade readers to adults who love an action-packed adventure. Elle Burton is determined to find her kidnapped brother, but she what she finds is pure evil. The author has blended the magic of a fairy tale with the contemporary realities of the world today’s youth inhabit. She’s built a new reality through the journey of a young girl who exhibits both compassion and jaw-dropping courage in her quest to fulfill an ancient prophecy. "Missing" is the second book in the “Lessons from Fiori” series. In book 1 "Elle Burton and the Reflective Portals", Elle Burton is thrust into another dimension while her own world becomes vastly different from the world she thought she grew up in. Our Earth is teeming with winged creatures who breathe the first breath of life into a newborn human child to ensure them a kind heart. These fairy-like creatures stay with children on Earth to help protect them until their eighth birthday. On that day, the Fiorins disappear as quickly as the child’s memory of them does. The author has provided a female role model who is flawed, but who always strives to have a kind heart. The leader of the Fiorins entrusts Elle with a magic pendant. Only the child of the prophecy in the ancient scrolls can unleash the magic. Boys will laugh at the antics of the class bully and cheer for the Fiorin warrior, all while girls will cheer on their newest heroine. In book two of the “Lessons from Fiori” series we follow Elle Burton in her efforts to find her kidnapped baby brother, JJ. As a newly designated guide, sworn to protect the children of Earth, she’s desperate to find her brother and get him back. Elle teams up with the winged warriors from the dimension of Fiori to save him, but JJ isn’t the only one in danger. What will Elle sacrifice to bring her brother home? You will love this fast-paced, captivating, action-packed fantasy adventure series. Buy this book to inspire a child to kindness and to empower them to find help whenever they're in trouble or threatened by something they can't control. If you were an abused child, you will bond with Elle and find healing in her journey. >>>>>> Discover what others are already saying about this book: "The book is ever-tinged with enough optimism that even the darkest moment has a light to it. This is in no small part due to the young lead in Elle, who shows a lovely brightness at all times. It's a wonderful tale that understands its reader base, and as a fantasy fan with an interest in all things magical, I find myself wanting to see more of this series in the future." Self-Publishing Review, 4½ Stars "I liked the way Elle continues to inspire kids to kindness and self-empowerment. Kids today have to be able to stand up to many forms of adversity and challenges. The book helps students to find a positive path." “Elle is fun and feisty and brave. Peggy McAloon and Anneka have opened a window into an expansive world that comforts, entertains and will leave young readers feeling more confident and even wiser to the ways of the world.” “The bullies targeted me when I was young, so I love how Elle shows compassion for the kids who suffer bullying.” “This book is unique in that it feels almost real. I can imagine seeing winged creatures protecting all the little ones to keep them safe.” “As this series continues, I’m willing to bet it will become a favorite coming of age story for kids growing up in this century. Who knows, perhaps we’ll finally discover there is another dimension in the years ahead.”

About this title

About the Author

Peggy M. McAloon grew up in a small farming community in Iowa.

 

As a small child, she suffered abuse and bullying. Her promise to herself was that one day she would help protect other children so they wouldn't suffer the same fate she did. When asked what she does, her immediate response is, "First and foremost, I am a mother and grandmother."

She had a thirty-plus-year career in the field of commercial credit. She was a seminar and workshop leader, a speaker; a contributor to business magazines; and the secretary for several local, regional, and national credit groups.In the 1990's she published The Art of Business Credit Investigation, recommended in Inc. Magazine's June 1992 edition.

 

She was a member of the board of directors of ProAct in Eagan, Minnesota, she served people with disabilities.

Upon retirement in 2007, she became actively involved in protecting and restoring the surface waters of Wisconsin and was the recipient of the National DAR award in 2013 for Conservation.

In addition to authoring the Lessons from Fiori series, Peggy is a guest columnist for the Dunn County News.When she is not writing, Peggy creates watercolor paintings and relaxes with her grandchildren and two little rescue dogs. She and her husband love to travel.

Anneka Rogers is growing up in rural Dunn County, Wisconsin. She is thirteen years old and attends Menomonie Middle School. She has participated in a tour cross-country team, the CORE Values Program, Battle of the Books, 4-H, and Running Club. She enjoys spending time with friends and family. Her favorite activities are reading and drawing. She was a consultant on the first two books in the "Lessons from Fiori" series.

From the Back Cover

Elle Burton's baby brother, JJ, has been kidnapped. As a newly designated guide, sworn to protect the children of Earth, she's desperate to get him back. Elle teams up with the winged wariors from Fiori to save him ... but JJ isn't the only one in danger. What will Elle need to sacrifice to bring her brother home?

"Elle is fun and feisty and brave. Peggy McAloon and Anneka have opened a window into an expansive wrld that comforts, entertains, and will leave young readers feeling more confident and even wiser to the ways of the world." ~ Review Quote, Jenny Orelle

Edition details

• Publisher: PMac Press
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0962779210
• ISBN 13: 9780962779213
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 260