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Children of the Amulet: Fight for Chrystalina

by Lynne Michelle Quinpool

191 pages; quality trade paperback (softcover); catalogue #02-0492; ISBN 1-55369-679-4; US$19.50, C$22.95, EUR16.00, £11.00

Feel the power within, experience the importance of extraordinary children in extraordinary circumstances as you follow the adventures of The Children of the Amulet.

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About the Book Some Grandparents hand down china to their descendants and some Grandparents hand down a fortune, but some Grandparents hand down the power to save the world. For the ten chosen children of the planets Chrystalina and Jerico that is exactly what happened. This power came in the form of an emerald Amulet which symbolized a responsibility and a legacy long ago foretold, but long since forgotten. The story starts out with the peaceful world of Chrystalina, whose main objective is to live with little technology and the eight children who have been chosen to carry on the legacy of the Amulet. Their mission is to use the power, which the Amulet bestows upon them, in combination with their own inner strength and determination, to protect their world from outside dangers. The group they form is called the Children Of The Amulet. The Fight for Chrystalina is the first of many battles the children of the Amulet must face as the high-tech, power hungry world of Jerico prepares to invade. Unbeknownst to the defenders of Chrystalina, Jerico also has chosen ones who also carry part of the legacy and power of the amulet. With this discovery the responsibilities of the Children of the Amulet expand. Their mission is not only protecting Chrystalina, but finding a way to work with the opposing planet of Jerico to keep the power from those who would misuse it. Now the lessons they learn and alliances they must form will not only affect them and their civilizations, but their entire galaxy as well. Visit the author's website for the book at http://www.angelfire.com/empire/childrenoftheamulet/.

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About the Author Canadian author Lynne Michelle Quinpool is 25 years-old and hopeful that her story Fight For Chrystalina will show a fair popularity. Great Great Niece of Nova Scotia's John Quinpool, who wrote 'First Things In Acadia', Miss Quinpool has been writing fiction and fantasy since she was 10 and takes great pride in her books. "Fight for Chrystalina is the first book in my series The Children Of The Amulet. It's the first I've even come close to being ready to publish. As far as I'm concerned it's the best I've ever written, aside from the rest of the books in the series 'The Children Of The Amulet', which I hope to have published as well." Miss Quinpool has a College diploma as a specialist in developmental services from which she has developed a keen interest in learning sign language. Her degree and current part time job at a local day care also allows her to expand her interest in the development of children's skills and talents. In addition she has recruited the talents of her younger cousins Scott Warner age 12 and Abigale Elizabeth age 10 to design the front and back covers of the books in this series. Miss Quinpool's other interests include listening to a wide range of musical artists as well as writing songs (mostly lyrics), singing and playing the piano. "Music is a great part of my life," Miss Quinpool reveals. "Many of the scenes in my stories were inspired by songs I was listening to as I wrote... Music is also my next project. I'd like to eventually create a lullaby album and develop my musical talents further." But for now Miss Quinpool is concentrating on her literary career. "One thing at a time. Let's see what results from this dream fullfilled then we'll see if I have the daring to try another dream."

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Sample Excerpt

from Chapter 3

A young Ensign leapt to attention from his post, at the communications centre, as two older officers approached.

"Status report." the younger of the two officers commanded.

"The other two ships are in position and awaiting orders, Sir."

"Very good," the second man said. "Does the planet know we're here?" he asked the ensign.

"No sir. They don't have the capabilities to scan for us," the Ensign replied.

"Do you know much about the planet, Ensign...?" the second man asked, pausing to let the ensign identify himself.

"Drewson, sir. Yes sir, this is a proud day for us all, sir." The Ensign replied.

"It is indeed, Ensign Drewson." the man replied. "I should commend you on this crew, Captain Brinerson. You should be proud."

"Thank you, Admiral Jaimson." the Captain said.

"Tell the ships to beam all the troops down and stand by." the Admiral told Ensign Drewson.

"Yes sir." Drewson replied and turned back to communications to relay the message.

"Keep up the good work, Ensign," Jaimson said, and then turned to the Captain. I'll be in my quarters. Alert me when the troops are in position.

Captain Brinerson nodded and Admiral Jaimson left the bridge.

* * * * * *

"I wonder. Do you think Jerico is ever going to come?" Jeremy asked.

"Are you worried you won't be able to help save our planet?" Luke asked.

"No I mean it. The year started out quiet enough. I wonder if Old Mrs. Bradford made a mistake." Jeremy said.

"I don't think so, Jem." Mary said. "Great Grandma Bradford was pretty accurate in all the other predictions."

"It has only been two days. Besides, I've had this strange feeling that something is going to happen soon." Luke said.

* * * * * *

"All the troops are in position, Admiral." Captain Brinerson said over the intercom.

"Good." Admiral Jaimson answered. "Now listen carefully to the next step....."

* * * * * *

"I guess it's just wishful thinking." Jeremy said, getting up. "I'll be right back. I promised Mom I'd keep an eye on Jay. He and Mandy just disappeared into that bunch of trees. We'd better go check it out."

* * * * * *

"....They are to gather all the people on the planet. Inform all those in homes that they are to stay there. Others are to be gathered till such time as we have the means to return them to their residences. Use only means that will have the least resistance, provided those means are not harmful. No one is harmed. The Governor insists on this point."

"May I ask what the Governor has in store for the planet?" the Captain asked.

"This is between you and me, Captain. Somewhere Chrystalina holds a very powerful secret. Someone down there knows what the secret is and where it lies. No one is to be harmed till the secret is discovered. Is that clear?" Jaimson finished.

"Yes sir. Orders and all sir." Brinerson said.

"Alert me when the next step is done." Jaimson said.

"Yes sir, Brinerson out."

* * * * * *

"I wish there was a possibility Jem could be right. I don't want Jerico to come." Mary said.

"None of us do. Don't worry though, Mare. Even if Jerico does come, we've got a few surprises for them." Luke said taking her hand and giving a little squeeze.

Mary looked up at him and smiled.

"I just hope one of my younger siblings remembers to keep the secrets. Mandy has taken to disappearing whenever she feels like it."

"I wonder if Jem found Jay and Mandy." Luke said.

* * * * * *

Jeremy had found Jayson and Amanda. They were kneeling being a couple of trees watching Luke and Mary.

"What are you two up to?" Jeremy asked.

"Why didn't they come with you?" Jayson said.

"Why should they? I just came to see where you went." Jeremy said.

"You have to get their attention, Jem." Amanda said. "They have to get out of sight."

"Why? Planning on a sudden storm." Jeremy asked.

"No they're here, Jem." Jayson said urgently.

"Who?... You mean..."

"JERICO! Those two men over there. They aren't from Chrystalina." Jayson said.

"Are you sure?" Jeremy asked.

"Positive. I can read their thoughts rememeber?" Jayson said.

"Why did you read them? They look like they're from Chrystalina."

"Never mind about that. You have to warn... Where'd they go?" Amanda said.

Jeremy spun about. The picnic things were still there, but Mary and Luke were gone.

"The men are gone too." Jayson said. He shut his eyes as if concentrating. "And I can't seem to reach Mary and Luke." he added.

"What about the two men?" Jeremy asked.

Jayson closed his eyes again.

"They seem pleased with themselves. As if they'd done something good." Jayson opened his eyes. "They've taken Luke and Mary prisoner."

"We've got to warn Justin."

"I could try to send him a message, but I haven't quite perfected my direction." Jayson said. "Anyone in the way could get the message."

"I'd teleport, but I don't want to leave you two." Jeremy said. "I think our only hope is for Jay to send a message to him. Tell him where we are. He can transport you two himself."

As Jayson had reported, the two men had taken Luke and Mary prisoner and brought them to an old abandoned hotel a piece out to town. The Governor of Jerico had ordered all children to be taken there for safekeeping till the adults were dealt with. So seeing the two children out in the open, the two men saw fit to drug them to avoid struggles and take them away.

When Luke and Mary awoke they found themselves surrounded by darkness.

"Oh my head." Luke groaned as he tried to sit up. "Mare? Mare, are you there?"

"Yeah, I'm right behind you." Mary replied. "Last thing I remember we had gotten up to stretch our legs and..."

"I know, everything blanks out from there on for me too." Luke said.

"Can't see a thing. Can you?" Mary asked.

"No, but I think we're alone." Luke said. "I'm going to try and find the door. I think it's time we got out of here."

They both got up and began to feel along the wall.

"I think I found a light switch." Mary said finally. She flipped the switch and the room filled with light.

As soon as their eyes got used to the light they looked around. The room was virtually empty. There was a table and a couple of chairs, a small closet at on end and the door at the other. The window had been boarded shut.

Luke went and tried the door.

"It's locked." he reported. "I guess Jerico did come after all."

"Fine heroes we'll be." Mary said gloomily. "We're supposed to help our planet and instead we get captured."

"And the worst part is we can't teleport without making anyone suspicious."

At that moment the door opened. A young girl came in with two plates of food and drinks.

"Anyone hungry?" she asked cheerfully.

"Who are you?" Mary demanded. "Why have we been brought here?"

"Relax, you are safe." the girl replied.

"I'm not interested in safe." Mary replied. "I want to know what's going on."

"The food is great." the girl continued.

"That doesn't answer the question." Luke said.

The girls sighed.

"The Governor of Jerico wants the children to be safe in case your elders resist. We have come with an offer they won't likely refuse." she explained. "No harm will come to you, I promise."

"I'd say it's a bit late for that." Luke said.

The girl sighed again.

"Eat something. Trust me, it's good food." she said. "I'll be back later."

Then she turned and left, locking the door behind her.

"We've got to get out and warn the others." Mary said.

"How? The door's locked and we can't use our powers." Luke said.

"I know. I didn't say I knew how." Mary said.

"Wait a minute! Maybe we can use our powers." Luke said thoughtfully.

"We can't. They'll get suspicious." Mary said.

"Not if they think one of us is already gone." Luke said smiling.

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