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by Russell R. Esposito (Author)
"Extraordinary Thoughts of Jonah Paladin ...an ancient story of challenges, choices & consequences"
Author: Russell R. Esposito
The New York Learning Library
Jack's grandfather accidentally finds an ancient book in the family's farm house. They discover a story that was written over 500 years ago! The book tells the story of Jonah Paladin's astonishing adventures that offer mystery, suspense, and humor, as well as clever solutions to challenges that are truly enlightening. Jonah and his companion, Julia, overcome their difficulties using logic and unique problem-solving insights during their challenging odyssey. "Extraordinary Thoughts of Jonah Paladin" is an exceptional and uplifting experience that will enrich your entire family's mind and spirit.
Jonah and Julia encounter many difficulties imposed by an amusing but troublesome sorcerer, and are obstructed by a mysterious feathered giant. They meet many other fascinating characters in an ancient mystical forest, some who help and others who hinder. And finally, after many terrifying events, Jonah and Julia cleverly outwit their foes, and together learn many important lessons during this challenging odyssey.
CONTENTS
Prologue - Grandpa's Discovery
Chapter 1 - Horror in the Monk's Nest... then a Contest
Chapter 2 - A Solution in the Shadows
Chapter 3 - Ask the Right Question the Right Way
Chapter 4 - Ask a Different Question, Get a Different Answer
Chapter 5 - Malvagio the Shrewd Stable Master
Chapter 6 - Help from a Priest with a Cat
Chapter 7 - The Importance of Being Confident
Chapter 8 - The King's Failing Health
Chapter 9 - A Clue Found in a Sorcerer's Rhyme
Chapter 10 - Dr. Sano Visits Jonah
Chapter 11 - Advice from a Monk and a Rabbi
Chapter 12 - Welcome No One. Evil Inside.
Chapter 13 - Letters that Make Saggio Laugh
Chapter 14 - Fayrissa of Hibernia
Chapter 15 - Stepping into a Music Box
Chapter 16 - Finding the Nest, the Maze... and More
Chapter 17 - A Sorcerer Afflicted with Affection
Chapter 18 - A New Prisoner with No Escape
Chapter 19 - Oscar's Many Bad Habits
Chapter 20 - The Final Fall
Chapter 21 - A Ghastly Surprise
Chapter 22 - The Right "Key" for a Violin
Chapter 23 - Quick Thinking and Sleight-of-Hand
Chapter 24 - Which Way Out?
Chapter 25 - A Brother's Brother?
Chapter 26 - Creative Logic
Chapter 27 - Freedom for Two, but New Troubles Brew
Chapter 28 - The Value of a Good Deed
Chapter 29 - The Battle's Echo
Chapter 30 - A Hidden Negotiation
Chapter 31 - Welcome. No One Evil Inside.
Chapter 32 - Discover the Extraordinary
Epilogue - Grandpa's Uncharted
CHAPTER EXCERPTS:
Prologue - Grandpa's Discovery
If you had heard the sound of that wind ripping through the farm's wire fence, you'd swear it was the howl of some strange animal wailing in the wilderness. As I glanced at the fencing while walking up the porch steps there was a sudden... CRASH!
Chapter 1 - The Monk's NestAs the monk looked down from his nest, his eyes quickly riveted onto something... something terrifying.
Chapter 26 - Creative Logic
Julia explained, "If the sack contains a squashed grape, that means I must have picked and dropped the round one, it's only logical." Julia smiled as she enjoyed her logical solution...."
Chapter 30 - A Hidden Negotiation
"Brilliant! Fantastic!" Saggio laughed. "Jonah, you are truly a very smart young man indeed. What a terrific plan, very nice effort."
Epilogue - Grandpa's Uncharted Chats
But like a prickly grain of sand lodged in an oyster's shell from which a pearl is born, little pearls of wisdom often spring from Grandpa's uncharted chats...and a small serendipitous story may surface that we'll
Author Biography
Russell R. Esposito is a technology professional and published author. He has written and published non-fiction and fiction, and has received accolades from major universities, radio stations, newspapers, and foreign consulates. His latest works use fictional stories as an educational platform to provides quality family entertainment that enlightens the mind and spirit.
