Ghalien

Otherworld #4

by Jenna Elizabeth Johnson

At the end of the long hallway I stepped through the broken stone and out onto the terrace behind the castle. The waterfall cascading down the steep hillside overwhelmed me with its mist, but I brushed aside its icy chill and headed for the second staircase that led into the caverns. Using touch alone, I located the dolmarehn that would take me to the foot of the Weald and stepped through. As the magic overcame me, I thought about Meghan, telling myself she was safe under Fergus's care and that soon I would see her familiar face once again. Caedehn MacRoich was sent to the mortal world for one purpose: to hunt the Morrigan's renegade faelah. But he never anticipated stumbling upon Meghan Elam, a young woman from his own realm, nor did he expect to fall in love with her. Fate, however, had other plans for Cade and when he broke his own geis to keep Meghan safe, the Morrigan demanded retribution for his disobedience. Now, in order to guarantee Meghan's safety Cade must make a sacrifice that very well may drive him mad. With the Celtic goddess of war playing tricks with his mind, Cade is called upon to perform another duty. The Amsihria of the north, an elusive sect of women responsible for taming Eile's powerful weather, are under attack by a horrible monster from another realm. With the help of his sister and her companions, Cade embarks on a journey that will take him beyond the edge of the Weald and further away from Meghan. Along the way he will be forced to contend with the Morrigan's continuous assaults as well as his own doubts and fears, all the while knowing that the young woman he's grown to love remains vulnerable in the mortal world.

Genres: Young Adult, Fae, Paranormal, Fantasy

214 pages, Paperback

First published September 22, 2013

About the author

Fantasy Author. Swordswoman. Chicken Mama. These are just a few of the titles Jenna Elizabeth Johnson proudly goes by. She is the author of over a dozen novels, novellas, and short stories, including the award-winning Legend of Oescienne series, the Otherworld series, and the Draghans of Firiehn novella series.

Besides writing fantasy adventures featuring domineering dragons, headstrong heroines, brooding Celtic warriors, and all the magical creatures in between, she is a competitive HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) practitioner, participating in longsword tournaments whenever she gets the chance.

During her down time, Jenna can be found exploring the open spaces of California’s Central Coast, camping in Yosemite National Park, reading books and webcomics, or hanging out with her flock of overly-affectionate lap chickens.

You can join Jenna’s readership at www.jennaelizabethjohnson.com.

Reviews

[Karlie]

Ashfgdjdvdjdah. SO GOOD!

[Angi]

Very good. It was nice to fill in the gaps from when Cade was gone. It was even better to see why he made the choices he did through the books.

[Kelly Mccurdy]

Love Cades point of view

I love reading about Cade and what he was doing and what he was going through while he wasn’t with Meghan. To see him with his sister and helping others, all the while trying to keep Meghan safe.

[Myla L A]

Nice to see Cade's Perspective

Another good book from the series even though short. We got to see why Cade was gone for a month and see his view of Meghan. Well made characters, good world building, good action scenes, magic and romance.

[Marla]

Cadehn's Point Of View

The added details from Cadehn was really nice. Seeing the world from his perspective shed light on his actions and decisions in previous books and Ghalien as well. The new characters are strong, independent people that add an extra layer of depth to the Otherworld. Once again, I am extremely happy I chose to read this series.

[Rachel]

This is the fourth book of The Otherworld series and probably my second favorite book of the series. This book picks up where Ehriad left off. But unlike Ehriad this isn't a few short stories, it's a full length book from Cade's point of view that parallels the 2nd book of this series Dolmarehn. With all the books in this series, the book expands on the use of Celtic mythology and introduces you to another monster. One of the greatest monsters from epic tales. How will Cade defeat a creature so powerful?

The book starts off right after the attack on Meghan by the Morrigan. Cade has left his spirit guide Fergus in the mortal world to protect her while she heals and to protect her while he's away. He was gone for months....If he loves her what could possibly be keeping him away for so long?

In this book you really get to know Cade better. You learn how selfless he is and how far he's willing to go to protect the people that he holds dear. You also learn more about the never ending tortures that his mother puts him through. I never thought I could hate the Morgann more, but by the end of this book I learned it really was possible.

[Sherri]

This is an amaizing book/series. It is well written, smooth flowing and easy to read. The imagery is so vivid that you can picture every scene as if it were happening all around you. The characters and their emotions are so well depicted that you feel what they feel.

In this book Cade is tested to his limits. He never expected to fall in love with Meghan, but he will do whatever it takes to protect her from his mother The Morrigan.

I can't wait to read the next book in the series. I highly recommend to those who enjoy paranormal / mythology. I also recommend reading the books in order.

[Cindy Bertagnolli]

I am so happy I won this book. I gave me the opportunity to read the entire series. Jenna has created a wonderful "Other" world! Cade is a true hero, he is swore to evil and still follows a good path. Read the triolgy and then go out and get this book so your craving for knowledge on what Cade is doing and thinking can be satisfied. I really did want more of Cade and his journey. This is a GREAT mystery filled, danger ridden, innocent love story. I can not wait for more books from Jenna.

[Nila]

This is the fourth in the series but instead of a continuance of the story is more of a parallel side of Cade and what happens when he leaves Meghan the 1st time after discovering who she really is. This is Cade's story told from his point of view. Inside look at how Cade fell in love with Meghan and this story fills in blanks from the first couple of books, like what really happens to Cade losing his geish. A great fantasy, sci-if, a touch of romance! I highly recommend for teens and adults!!!

[Jacqueline Miller]

Very awesome book! This tales Cade's side of the Otherworld Trilogy story and his time spent away from Meghan.. his feelings towards her, his emotional turmoil inside..his death..his love for Meghan, AND "Ghalien".. "The Heart Warrior" that he has become for her and her alone!! What a truly amazing addition to the wonderful series.. Bravo!!

[Ashley Poteet]

Again it was refreshing to hear the story from Cade, the story we knew was there when hearing Meghans. What exactly happened when Cade was in the otherworld while Meghan was in the mortal after her near demise from the morrigan. I love reading from cades point of view, how he sees Meghan and tells his side of the story.

[James]

A different perspective.

The book added insight into Cade's inner emotions as the tale progressed. While I don't generally appreciate this form of recap, I enjoyed the added perspective.

[Faith Kilgore]

I honestly cannot get enough of this series or it's characters and loathe to see it end.

[Ezlyamused]

Again, great to see Cade's story and find out what he was doing while away from Meaghan. I like getting more of his background too.

[Anita K. Santiago]

Cade

Although I am happy to have known what happened after Meghan took Cade to his foster fathers home, it does explain quite a bit.

[Starfly]

Entering a fantasy world where magic and the old celtic gods are real. A romance story between two young people who a fighting to overcome all the pain in their past.