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The Water Keepers #3
Ambrosia Shore
Sadie never dreamed she would see the world of Ambrosia with her own two eyes, just like Rayne never believed he would have the chance to share it with her. Finally, they can be together without any lies, without hiding who they are, in a world that shines brighter than Sadie could ever imagine. There’s only one problem. Rayne had to break grievous laws in order to bring her there, and he is expected to pay the price. Sadie believes her father has the power to free Rayne, but he has been missing for days. Now, Sadie is alone in an unfamiliar world and desperate to help Rayne before it’s too late.
440 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 1, 2013
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About the author
Christie Anderson
6 books465 followersCHRISTIE ANDERSON is the author of the young adult book series The Water Keepers. Collectively, the series has more than 10,000 5-star ratings across the web. Christie pours herself into her writing through the pains from her past and her hopes for the future, to create strong, admirable characters her readers can root for and fall in love with again and again. Her books have been referred to as captivating, unique, uplifting, and creative, with just the right balance of romance and suspense.
Christie grew up in Southern California and currently lives in Salt Lake City with her husband and son, where she misses the sunshine and ocean breeze every single day. Visit her website at www. AuthorChristieAnderson.com
Christie grew up in Southern California and currently lives in Salt Lake City with her husband and son, where she misses the sunshine and ocean breeze every single day. Visit her website at www. AuthorChristieAnderson.com
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June 5, 2013
I am so in love with this series, and Rayne!! He is the perfect guy! He has the biggest heart, and will do anything for Sadie, I just love this really deep relationship they have.
If you have not started this series yet, I highly suggest you do so. The first book, Deep Blue Secret has been free for Kindle for awhile, and still is, and its great too, but the story builds off that, and gets so good I can’t stress enough how amazing this series is. This third book was even better than the first 2. So intense, and suspenseful too.
I really love how the author will alternate between different points of views. We get to be inside of Sadie most of the time, then a few times from Rayne, Ash and Hamilton , even Orion as well. Can’t remember if in this one we heard from Voss or not, but know we did in the 2nd book.
I really can’t wait for book 4 now such an exciting twist at the end, it really gets you anxious for more.
Here is a few teasers for you:
A sweet one with Rayne and Sadie:
Before I could respond, he pulled me into him, pressing his lips into mine to kiss me under the Ambrosia sky. The shivers returned to my arms, but this time it wasn’t the trees.
Rayne released my lips and lingered so close I could feel his breath on my mouth. His eyes paused to gaze into mine for a long moment as a quiet smile slowly grew across his features; sensing me, feeling me…knowing me.
“What?” I asked quietly, searching his thoughts.
His hands slid gently up the sides of my arms. “It’s just…it’s hard to believe you’re really here.”
“I know,” I breathed. And then we were kissing again, swept away by the moonlight and the whispering trees and the strange, exhilarating rush through the air like magic all around us.
And here is a part that just cracked me up:
I heard a faint whisper. It was my mother’s voice, soft and warm. Discreetly, I focused my eyes in her direction and realized that she was sitting in the arm chair, and she wasn’t alone.
Then, my mom moved again and I heard the creepiest noise a teenage girl could ever imagine; the quiet, unmistakable noise made by two sets of lips—parent lips—exploring and moving around each other in the dark. I silently cringed. They were making out, with me just ten feet away.
This book is written really well too, you have some funny stuff, sweet steamy parts, and the suspense and thrills too, with some paranormal/sci-fi elements too. Wont go into that part too much, so not to spoil it for anyone who had not read the first 2 books yet.
I give this book 5 out of 5 stars, and Highly recommend it, not just for the YA crowd, but for all ages.
I was provided this copy for my honest review.
Be sure to check out the first 2 books in this series
May 31, 2013
I love this series!!! This third book was such a fun read! I love the progression of this plot & Rayne & Sadie's relationship. I'm going to go back & re-read 1, 2. & 3 immediately! I'm going to have a hard time waiting for book #4!
June 8, 2013
This series keeps getting better and better. Christie Anderson has out done herself again! Ambrosia Shore is a story filled with love, danger, suspense, forgiveness, and loyalty. It has plenty of surprise that will keep you on your toes.Simply amazing!
Ambrosia Shore starts right where Rogue Wave let off. After leaving the Scared Pool, Rayne brings Sadie his childhood home. Hoping they are safe until the Ambassador can return from Earth, they spend a romantic day together. But that is cut short when Rayne learns the border patrol is on the way to arrest him.
Voss shows his ugly self again too, and with one final attempt, he makes a move to destroy them all. Will he succeed or can they finally find peace?
Ambrosia Shore starts right where Rogue Wave let off. After leaving the Scared Pool, Rayne brings Sadie his childhood home. Hoping they are safe until the Ambassador can return from Earth, they spend a romantic day together. But that is cut short when Rayne learns the border patrol is on the way to arrest him.
Voss shows his ugly self again too, and with one final attempt, he makes a move to destroy them all. Will he succeed or can they finally find peace?
May 21, 2013
If allowed, I would give this book 4 1/2 stars. Out of the three "Water Keepers" books (so far), this is my favorite. For me, it was a relief to get beyond the sincerity of the relationship between Sadie and Rayne, and instead delve into more of the character's backgrounds as they find their own sense of purpose and growth. I enjoyed how the plot intertwined between so many aspects of those living on Earth and Ambrosia. I excitedly await book #4!
November 18, 2015
Hmm..the beginning of the book was a little drag.But then after a few chapters it got really interesting till the very last page. It felt like the dream come true for the readers, everything in place and all good.Christie has done a good job in all her books particularly the endings. The endings are what attract the readers to read the next book and actually long for the next book. She has mastered the endings in all 3 of the books.In short,a good book and i enjoyed reading it.
February 28, 2022
More 4.5/5 stars than 5/5. Most of the third book is happening in the other world - Ambrosia. Rayne saved Sadie from death, but now he has to pay for breaking all the laws. Sadie does everything she can to help him make free. A lot is happening throughout the whole book. Sadie discovers her new gift along the way. And let's not forget about Voss... he is still somewhere out there waiting for the right moment to mess with our main characters. Looking forward to the 4th book of the series.
February 2, 2015
Get ready for the third book in Christie Anderson's Water Keepers Series! It begins with head agents of Banya reporting to Councilman Orion Bennet
(Jax's father, who is taking charge during Ambassador Fairbanks absence), that there has been an unlawful admittance on the grounds that continued through to the Sacred Pool, the most sacred place in the planet Ambrosia! When the security cameras are viewed, the councilman identifies the suspect-it's the highly respected Water Keeper, Rayne Stevens! As Rayne and Sadie make an escape out of the city, Sadie gets her first views in awe of the entire valley of Banya, "it was like the entire place had been sprinkled with glow-in-the-dark paint dust, purple and pink and green". They arrive at Lizzy Grove, Rayne's childhood home, where she will be introduced to Rayne's family, but it won't stay tranquil for very long!
Throughout the book, you will be taken for a ride, with Rayne being arrested, Jax failing to keep Sadie safe when she herself is captured, while her father remains on earth with no way of contacting him. Voss will stop at nothing to kill Sadie, and it will take a great many Banya scouts to try and protect her. Councilman Bennet seems to want to help Sadie, but can she really trust him, or anyone on Ambrosia? As a descendant of William Fairbanks, founder of Ambrosia, Sadie will gain a power that she may not be able to handle, and watches her life seem to go out of control for fear of the future of her family, and the loss of losing Rayne. How can she protect her mother and new found father from Voss's anger? She will have to embrace her power in order to save all she holds dear!
The only thing negative about this series, is having to wait for the release of Book 4!!! Please hurry Christie!!
(Jax's father, who is taking charge during Ambassador Fairbanks absence), that there has been an unlawful admittance on the grounds that continued through to the Sacred Pool, the most sacred place in the planet Ambrosia! When the security cameras are viewed, the councilman identifies the suspect-it's the highly respected Water Keeper, Rayne Stevens! As Rayne and Sadie make an escape out of the city, Sadie gets her first views in awe of the entire valley of Banya, "it was like the entire place had been sprinkled with glow-in-the-dark paint dust, purple and pink and green". They arrive at Lizzy Grove, Rayne's childhood home, where she will be introduced to Rayne's family, but it won't stay tranquil for very long!
Throughout the book, you will be taken for a ride, with Rayne being arrested, Jax failing to keep Sadie safe when she herself is captured, while her father remains on earth with no way of contacting him. Voss will stop at nothing to kill Sadie, and it will take a great many Banya scouts to try and protect her. Councilman Bennet seems to want to help Sadie, but can she really trust him, or anyone on Ambrosia? As a descendant of William Fairbanks, founder of Ambrosia, Sadie will gain a power that she may not be able to handle, and watches her life seem to go out of control for fear of the future of her family, and the loss of losing Rayne. How can she protect her mother and new found father from Voss's anger? She will have to embrace her power in order to save all she holds dear!
The only thing negative about this series, is having to wait for the release of Book 4!!! Please hurry Christie!!
March 4, 2014
So, this is the next book in the series. Did I think it was a trilogy and this was it? YEP. I was WRONG. HAHA. I see this book as more of a 'filler' It is setup to help transition our characters from normal EARTH girl/life to something more. We experienced the reunion of Sadie's mom and her dad. You witness Sadie's relationship with her father. He goes from Lin to Dad.
We also see how dedicated Lin is to his family and friends. Perhaps he is being a bit overly protective. He finally got his family back. How far is he willing to go to keep them.
Also Voss, that devil. He keeps popping up whenever he pleases. Will he meet his end finally in this book? He is hellbent on revenge on Lin, even attempting ONCE again at Sadie's life...
Sadie is depressed about Rayne, but trying to keep her head up high. Is she willing to give up Earth and everyone on it(that she knows) to live on Ambrosia with Rayne? Assuming he gets out of jail...
Sadie is learning a lot about herself. She is no longer just a normal Earth girl. Who is Sadie really? What has fate set out for her? What is real purpose in life? Who is Aurona?
Orion is another story. You see many sides of Orion in this story. You want to hate him but I find him puzzling. What really is his end game? I feel that Orion is being manipulated himself... I have theories...we shall see how it plays out.
We also see how dedicated Lin is to his family and friends. Perhaps he is being a bit overly protective. He finally got his family back. How far is he willing to go to keep them.
Also Voss, that devil. He keeps popping up whenever he pleases. Will he meet his end finally in this book? He is hellbent on revenge on Lin, even attempting ONCE again at Sadie's life...
Sadie is depressed about Rayne, but trying to keep her head up high. Is she willing to give up Earth and everyone on it(that she knows) to live on Ambrosia with Rayne? Assuming he gets out of jail...
Sadie is learning a lot about herself. She is no longer just a normal Earth girl. Who is Sadie really? What has fate set out for her? What is real purpose in life? Who is Aurona?
Orion is another story. You see many sides of Orion in this story. You want to hate him but I find him puzzling. What really is his end game? I feel that Orion is being manipulated himself... I have theories...we shall see how it plays out.
August 27, 2015
Ambrosia Shore is the third book in The Water Keepers Series, written by Christie Anderson. Unlike the first two, this book takes place in the other world, and the author did a great job at creating and describing the place.
This one is my favorite book in the series. The romantic part of the story was established in the first two books, and now the plot gets a bit deeper. This book sets the series up for something to come. We just don’t know what, as the author kept it mysterious–the way I like it. It ended with me wanting more, and I can’t wait for the fourth book.
As with the other books in the series, it gets five stars from me. The story is highly creative with the water marks and keepers. The teenage main character has a close relationship with her mother and is not a spoiled brat or controlled by her hormones. The romance is sweet, and I’m highly impressed with how the author handled certain scenes. Overall, this series is one I can recommend to young and old.
As for my clean rating, there’s no cursing or sexual content–just some kissing. I highly recommend!
This one is my favorite book in the series. The romantic part of the story was established in the first two books, and now the plot gets a bit deeper. This book sets the series up for something to come. We just don’t know what, as the author kept it mysterious–the way I like it. It ended with me wanting more, and I can’t wait for the fourth book.
As with the other books in the series, it gets five stars from me. The story is highly creative with the water marks and keepers. The teenage main character has a close relationship with her mother and is not a spoiled brat or controlled by her hormones. The romance is sweet, and I’m highly impressed with how the author handled certain scenes. Overall, this series is one I can recommend to young and old.
As for my clean rating, there’s no cursing or sexual content–just some kissing. I highly recommend!
May 28, 2014
Wow! This book, the third in the series, is fantastic. It is the continuing story of Sadie and Rayne. It is full of action, adventure, and unexpected twists and turns. Sadie has been saved from death and Rayne is in trouble for breaking so many rules set by the Water Keepers code. The danger is still ever present and the fact that Sadie's father is now in the picture doesn't help the constant confusion the Sadie faces. Some thought to be enemies turn out to be friends and those thought to be friends are actually unknown enemies. But Sadie has a new talent that she is hiding but will prove to be that of great wonder and surprise.
This was a great continuation of the series but now I must wait for the fourth book. I have so many questions that need to be answered. Definitely a series to be shared with others. Loved it!!!
This was a great continuation of the series but now I must wait for the fourth book. I have so many questions that need to be answered. Definitely a series to be shared with others. Loved it!!!
May 28, 2019
This series just keeps getting deeper and deeper. I'm a romance girl all the way, so if the story can't keep me interested without the hotness in it, I won't finish it. Yet, I'm three books deep and scrambling around to buy the fourth book and PRAYING the fifth book will drop soon. Seriously, if you want a series with in depth character development, plenty of humor, as well as definite tear-jerking moments, this is a good series to start with.
November 13, 2017
This series has taken a delightful turn. The storyline is sufficiently different to capture the imagination. It’s still a typical boy-meets-girl-falls-in-love teenage romance and there are some seriously cringe worthy moments, but I am happily live with that as the main storyline is enthralling. Can’t wait to read the next instalment in the series.
November 21, 2019
Brilliant science fiction fantasy.
If you've enjoyed the previous two book in the series you'll love this next installment of the series. Sadie and Rayne's love continues to blossom but circumstance keep them apart. Voss is still a threat to all that Sadie loves. Sadie discovers a hidden gift. A must read. Loved it.
If you've enjoyed the previous two book in the series you'll love this next installment of the series. Sadie and Rayne's love continues to blossom but circumstance keep them apart. Voss is still a threat to all that Sadie loves. Sadie discovers a hidden gift. A must read. Loved it.
January 6, 2024
Aaaaaamazing!!! I'm loving this series. I've never read a series back to back like this. Kudos to the author for keeping things intriguing and not letting me get bored! Can't wait to continue and excited to see a book 5 is on the works.
August 8, 2017
Another brilliant book! What can I say.... exciting and romantic with a little sci-fi slipped in! What more would you want. If you haven't read the first two then what are you waiting for!
December 5, 2017
Best yet
I'm so glad I pushed through the first book. This third book was definitely worth it! Excited to continue the journey.
I'm so glad I pushed through the first book. This third book was definitely worth it! Excited to continue the journey.
February 16, 2018
bk.3 water keepers
sadie needs healing water, rayne helps her but gets in trouble.
sadie needs healing water, rayne helps her but gets in trouble.
May 17, 2018
3/4 Enjoyed the acceleration towards #4
April 12, 2020
I really like this series
November 28, 2020
Beautiful
I read a review calling this a short book. I disagree. It contains a lot but reads so smoothly that time flies. I can't wait to start the next one in the series.
I read a review calling this a short book. I disagree. It contains a lot but reads so smoothly that time flies. I can't wait to start the next one in the series.
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August 27, 2021So many drastic actions to hinder Sadie and the Ambassador’s plans. This story tells of apathies and mercies.
January 9, 2022
The book was really good, and had a lot of fantasy.
January 13, 2017
Awesome
I love this series of books can't wait to read the next book. I will be giving these books to my girls to read.
I love this series of books can't wait to read the next book. I will be giving these books to my girls to read.
February 12, 2014
I have mixed feelings about this book, as I did with the other two.
I really and truly struggled to get through this third book. I wasn't nearly as confused by the plot in Ambrosia Shore and I felt things were falling into place and secrets were revealed and explained better than the previous books, but the story still felt off to me for some reason. My biggest issue was that I just couldn't figure out the main character Sadie.
I mean, what the heck was she doing throughout this whole book?
Did she want to be tough and strong and fight for Rayne -her true love- and his freedom or did she want to go home and go to school and prepare for prom? I was befuddled by her passive-aggressive, hot-cold, caring-indifferent attitude. She was more moody than me and I have bipolar disorder!
The other characters were fine, but I had entirely too much of Sadie in this one. I feel as if the author really needs to work on Sadie and who she really wants her to be in the fourth book that I see is up-and-coming.
I honestly don't know if I'll be able to pick up another Water Keepers book, but I hate to give up on such an original storyline.
I'm frustrated!
I really and truly struggled to get through this third book. I wasn't nearly as confused by the plot in Ambrosia Shore and I felt things were falling into place and secrets were revealed and explained better than the previous books, but the story still felt off to me for some reason. My biggest issue was that I just couldn't figure out the main character Sadie.
I mean, what the heck was she doing throughout this whole book?
Did she want to be tough and strong and fight for Rayne -her true love- and his freedom or did she want to go home and go to school and prepare for prom? I was befuddled by her passive-aggressive, hot-cold, caring-indifferent attitude. She was more moody than me and I have bipolar disorder!
The other characters were fine, but I had entirely too much of Sadie in this one. I feel as if the author really needs to work on Sadie and who she really wants her to be in the fourth book that I see is up-and-coming.
I honestly don't know if I'll be able to pick up another Water Keepers book, but I hate to give up on such an original storyline.
I'm frustrated!
February 13, 2021
Sadie and Rayne are back with more adventures! This time they find themselvs in a new place which racks up a whole new load of issues for them to overcome but against all of the odds will they find a way to make it work and finally have their happy ever after? (... maybe but there is at least 2 more books so....)
I don't really know what else to say about this series! I love it! it was extremely refreshing to have a new setting for this part of the story and there is just enough detail to paint a picture in your head but not so much that there is no room for the imagination to fill in the blanks which I really appreciate!
I'm glad the pace has slowed down a little but there was still enough happening to keep me interested. I wanted to know what certain people were plotting but was also glad for a slower reveal especially after all of the action in the second book.
If the pattern of book 1 and 2 are anything to go by book number 4 is going to be a wild ride! :D
I don't really know what else to say about this series! I love it! it was extremely refreshing to have a new setting for this part of the story and there is just enough detail to paint a picture in your head but not so much that there is no room for the imagination to fill in the blanks which I really appreciate!
I'm glad the pace has slowed down a little but there was still enough happening to keep me interested. I wanted to know what certain people were plotting but was also glad for a slower reveal especially after all of the action in the second book.
If the pattern of book 1 and 2 are anything to go by book number 4 is going to be a wild ride! :D
September 13, 2014
I really like these books. They're just an easy read and flows smoothly. Normally they are lengthy books for a good price too. I like the world of Ambrosia that the author created. Who wouldn't want to leave Earth to go there? You get to live longer and if you get hurt, it heals instantly.
Since the last book, Rayne broke some rules to save Sadie and that almost cost them their future together. Sadie becomes this whole other person and is different from everyone else. She gets a special gift that helps the people she cares about.
The next book should be an interesting one. Can't wait to see what happens.
Since the last book, Rayne broke some rules to save Sadie and that almost cost them their future together. Sadie becomes this whole other person and is different from everyone else. She gets a special gift that helps the people she cares about.
The next book should be an interesting one. Can't wait to see what happens.
December 11, 2015
Sadie is back at it and on the run. Voss is still out there trying to get her and this time she doesn't have Rayne to help her get through it.
I did not like this one as much as the others. Probably due to all of the separation between Sadie and Rayne. I was just anticipating their moments together. The story was quite long for what the reader actually got out of it. I am curious to find out what is going to happen to the characters in the forth book. This one had a very interesting outcome.
I did not like this one as much as the others. Probably due to all of the separation between Sadie and Rayne. I was just anticipating their moments together. The story was quite long for what the reader actually got out of it. I am curious to find out what is going to happen to the characters in the forth book. This one had a very interesting outcome.
November 12, 2015
Another enjoyable sequel
Rayne and Sadie's love story is delayed again as Rayne waits for the council to decide his fate, and I was a little disappointed that they spent most of the book apart, but it was a nice progression of the overarching story. I thought this was going to be the end of the series, so I was shocked when I reached the end and realized there is a fourth book, as yet unreleased, with no release date in sight! Ugh! I REALLY want to read the rest of it now - I'm too invested! Fingers crossed that it will be available soon.
Rayne and Sadie's love story is delayed again as Rayne waits for the council to decide his fate, and I was a little disappointed that they spent most of the book apart, but it was a nice progression of the overarching story. I thought this was going to be the end of the series, so I was shocked when I reached the end and realized there is a fourth book, as yet unreleased, with no release date in sight! Ugh! I REALLY want to read the rest of it now - I'm too invested! Fingers crossed that it will be available soon.
June 17, 2013
One of the best books I've ever read!
Rayne and Sadie's relationship continues to evolve. Sadie gets to interact with Rayne's family. Their love for each other continues to blossom.
I absolutely loved Sadie's newfound power/ability. It was amazing and something I never really imagined. Sadie learns more about herself and what she wants as each day passes by.
New enemies arise, one's that you'd be surprise to know about.
It's definitely the best book in the series!
Rayne and Sadie's relationship continues to evolve. Sadie gets to interact with Rayne's family. Their love for each other continues to blossom.
I absolutely loved Sadie's newfound power/ability. It was amazing and something I never really imagined. Sadie learns more about herself and what she wants as each day passes by.
New enemies arise, one's that you'd be surprise to know about.
It's definitely the best book in the series!
September 22, 2013
while i was reading this book i thought finally it's over for them Sadies family is back together after 18 long years and her and Rayne can really be together as a couple now that she's moving to Ambrosia but as i read on i saw that she still had to face her fathers "loyal and trusted" friend Orion who come to find out is really working for himself and his father why i don't know but I'm hoping to find that out in the fourth book. really good series can't wait to see how it ends.
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