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A Reimagining of The Pilgrim's Progress After a chance encounter with a man whom 16-year-old Kadin believes is a wizard, his life and health begin to deteriorate. 
Out of desperation he embarks on an epic journey to a land no one in his village believes exists, to be healed of a disease no one thinks he has.
His quest for truth leads him to a fantastical world of witches, dragons, giants, danger, and deception.  Tracked by an evil lord and accompanied by only one friend, Kadin must face his greatest fear to find the healing he longs for most.
A stand-alone fantasy novel, Quest for Celestia is a complete re-imagining of one of the bestselling books of all time, first published more than 300 years ago-- The Pilgrim's Progress . 
If you think you know the story, think again. Twists lurk around every corner. The journey begins now.  Destiny awakes in the hills.

Starting!

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(view spoiler)[This is a reread for me, but it's been 10 years since I first read it and I don't remember much yet.

Intriguing opening chapter. Crazy how the rumors about the "wizard" and what happened don't match up to what Kadin witnessed. (hide spoiler)]

Chapter 4

(view spoiler)[He didn't listen and veered of the path. You just know bad things are going to happen. This archer guy gives me bad vibes. (hide spoiler)]

Chapter 7

(view spoiler)[Glad they are going together! I'm curious what her dream was, as I don't think they dreamt the exact same thing.

The water healing then was amazing! (hide spoiler)]

Chapter 11

(view spoiler)["'It is one thing to have courage when things are easy,' Gaius replied, 'and quite another to have courage when things are hard. '" - great quote! (hide spoiler)]

Finished

(view spoiler)[That ending was amazing! Seeing how everything that happened, happened for a reason. Loved seeing it all come together. (hide spoiler)]

Melanie wrote: "Chapter 4

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(view spoiler)[The archer guy gave me creepy vibes. I wonder how Tobal meant by Kadin has not started his journey yet. It is a very interesting concept. I am enjoying this book so far. (hide spoiler)]

Sharon wrote: "Melanie wrote: "Chapter 4

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Yes, he was creepy!
So glad you are enjoying it so far - it keeps getting better as the story progresses. 😁

I finished the book! I am behind on my BRs so I will finish them in March!

Chapter 9: (view spoiler)[Defeating a dragon with healing water. Sounds like fun! I am glad that Kadin and Leira were able to defeat the dragon. Loving the read (hide spoiler)]

Melanie wrote: "Chapter 11

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(view spoiler)[I agree! I love this quote! It is so true and relatable. I believe that we can be strong in the face of adversity. Love it (hide spoiler)]

Ending Thoughts: (view spoiler)[Amazing read! The ending was amazing. I loved the quote that Gaius says: “Those who love win all.” It is beautiful to know that is true. I thought that it was a beautiful story. I loved the book so much. Overall, an incredible read! (hide spoiler)]

Sharon wrote: "I finished the book! I am behind on my BRs so I will finish them in March!"

Same! February flew by so quickly...

Sharon wrote: "Chapter 9: [spoilers removed]"

Wasn't it crazy that the healing water did it? So cool!

Sharon wrote: "Ending Thoughts: [spoilers removed]"

I loved it so much, too! Such a deep read, yet SO good and engaging!