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The Harrowbethian Saga #3
Eena, The Curse of Wanyaka Cave
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This is the third book in the Harrowbethian Saga.
Captain Derian and his crew have successfully returned the young Queen Eena to her home in Harrowbeth. Gemdorin, their enemy of over a decade, has been defeated. The world awaits healing as peace once again settles over the land. Unfortunately for those closest to Eena, this much-deserved rest proves short-lived.
Deep within Lacsar Forest inside the black walls of Wanyaka Cave, a childhood ghost story has become reality. A more powerful and enduring enemy lures the young queen to where two immortal sisters await in confines, having been imprisoned there for generations. These evil sisters and their brother, along with a dragon forced to do their bidding, combine efforts to manipulate Eena into helping them accrue a means of escape. Though she tries to refuse her assistance, every move she makes only seems to worsen her predicament. She fears losing Derian's trust, Ian's friendship, and possibly someone's life.
http://eenabookthree.blogspot.com/
This is the third book in the Harrowbethian Saga.
Captain Derian and his crew have successfully returned the young Queen Eena to her home in Harrowbeth. Gemdorin, their enemy of over a decade, has been defeated. The world awaits healing as peace once again settles over the land. Unfortunately for those closest to Eena, this much-deserved rest proves short-lived.
Deep within Lacsar Forest inside the black walls of Wanyaka Cave, a childhood ghost story has become reality. A more powerful and enduring enemy lures the young queen to where two immortal sisters await in confines, having been imprisoned there for generations. These evil sisters and their brother, along with a dragon forced to do their bidding, combine efforts to manipulate Eena into helping them accrue a means of escape. Though she tries to refuse her assistance, every move she makes only seems to worsen her predicament. She fears losing Derian's trust, Ian's friendship, and possibly someone's life.
550 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 16, 2013
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About the author
Richelle E. Goodrich
17 books282 followersOfficial Website: https://www.RichelleGoodrich.com
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Poetry: https://allpoetry.com/R._E._Goodrich
Over the past decade, author Richelle E. Goodrich has built an unusually diverse and steadily increasing body of work that spans fantasy, poetry, inspirational writing, and dark fiction. Her career began in 2012 with the launch of The Harrowbethian Saga, a six-book sci-fi fantasy series that occupied her creative efforts for seven years. By 2019, she completed the saga with Eena, The Companionship of the Dragon’s Soul, marking a major milestone and establishing her as a committed world-builder with an eye for myth, emotional depth, and imaginative adventure. Yet even as she constructed this sprawling fictional universe, Goodrich simultaneously pursued other avenues of storytelling, demonstrating a remarkable capacity for creative multitasking.
Alongside her fantasy novels, Goodrich became well known for her collections of poetry, motivational reflections, and quotable wisdom. Starting with Smile Anyway in 2014, she developed a signature style centered on daily inspiration—a format she revisited repeatedly with books like Making Wishes (2015), Slaying Dragons (2017), Being Bold (2020), and Hope Evermore (2024). These works blend short verse, reflective commentary, and encouraging thoughts that readers apply to everyday life. Many of her quotes have found their way into classrooms, anthologies, brand campaigns, and television, helping her reach an audience far larger than the average independent author typically enjoys.
In the late 2010s, Goodrich’s creative range widened even further. She released standalone works such as Dandelions: The Disappearance of Annabelle Fancher, a dramatic and emotionally charged novel, and Secrets of a Noble Keykeeper, a fantasy tale with a distinctly dreamlike atmosphere. These books showcase her ability to shift tone—from tender to suspenseful, from whimsical to intense—without sacrificing clarity or sincerity. They also emphasize a defining characteristic of her writing: the blending of emotional resonance with imaginative storytelling.
After concluding her major fantasy saga, Goodrich’s later work leaned increasingly toward introspection and lyrical expression. The 2020s saw the publication of The Tarishe Curse (2022), a dark, paranormal novel, followed by A Heart Made of Tissue Paper (2023), a collection of intimate poetry that explores emotional fragility, longing, and human vulnerability. In 2024 she released Hope Evermore, another daily-inspiration volume that weaves together spirituality, encouragement, and poetic insight. These recent works highlight her evolving voice—one that has grown more reflective, philosophical, and concentrated on universal human experiences.
Collectively, the past decade reflects a period of impressive productivity and artistic expansion. Goodrich has not only released a steady stream of books—across multiple genres and formats—but has grown a widespread presence through her well-circulated quotations and inspirational writing. Whether crafting epic fantasy, heartfelt poetry, or uplifting daily reflections, she demonstrates a persistent drive to create, express, and connect. Her work invites readers into worlds both fantastical and familiar, while her quotes inspire countless individuals in everyday life.
Richelle E. Goodrich delivers a rare blend of imagination, versatility, and personal authenticity. Her writing moves comfortably between the epic and the intimate, the adventurous and the contemplative. Few authors manage to cultivate such a diverse and consistent catalog within a single decade, and fewer still do so while also contributing art, poetry, and motivational writing that resonate far beyond their books.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RichelleEGoo...
Poetry: https://allpoetry.com/R._E._Goodrich
Over the past decade, author Richelle E. Goodrich has built an unusually diverse and steadily increasing body of work that spans fantasy, poetry, inspirational writing, and dark fiction. Her career began in 2012 with the launch of The Harrowbethian Saga, a six-book sci-fi fantasy series that occupied her creative efforts for seven years. By 2019, she completed the saga with Eena, The Companionship of the Dragon’s Soul, marking a major milestone and establishing her as a committed world-builder with an eye for myth, emotional depth, and imaginative adventure. Yet even as she constructed this sprawling fictional universe, Goodrich simultaneously pursued other avenues of storytelling, demonstrating a remarkable capacity for creative multitasking.
Alongside her fantasy novels, Goodrich became well known for her collections of poetry, motivational reflections, and quotable wisdom. Starting with Smile Anyway in 2014, she developed a signature style centered on daily inspiration—a format she revisited repeatedly with books like Making Wishes (2015), Slaying Dragons (2017), Being Bold (2020), and Hope Evermore (2024). These works blend short verse, reflective commentary, and encouraging thoughts that readers apply to everyday life. Many of her quotes have found their way into classrooms, anthologies, brand campaigns, and television, helping her reach an audience far larger than the average independent author typically enjoys.
In the late 2010s, Goodrich’s creative range widened even further. She released standalone works such as Dandelions: The Disappearance of Annabelle Fancher, a dramatic and emotionally charged novel, and Secrets of a Noble Keykeeper, a fantasy tale with a distinctly dreamlike atmosphere. These books showcase her ability to shift tone—from tender to suspenseful, from whimsical to intense—without sacrificing clarity or sincerity. They also emphasize a defining characteristic of her writing: the blending of emotional resonance with imaginative storytelling.
After concluding her major fantasy saga, Goodrich’s later work leaned increasingly toward introspection and lyrical expression. The 2020s saw the publication of The Tarishe Curse (2022), a dark, paranormal novel, followed by A Heart Made of Tissue Paper (2023), a collection of intimate poetry that explores emotional fragility, longing, and human vulnerability. In 2024 she released Hope Evermore, another daily-inspiration volume that weaves together spirituality, encouragement, and poetic insight. These recent works highlight her evolving voice—one that has grown more reflective, philosophical, and concentrated on universal human experiences.
Collectively, the past decade reflects a period of impressive productivity and artistic expansion. Goodrich has not only released a steady stream of books—across multiple genres and formats—but has grown a widespread presence through her well-circulated quotations and inspirational writing. Whether crafting epic fantasy, heartfelt poetry, or uplifting daily reflections, she demonstrates a persistent drive to create, express, and connect. Her work invites readers into worlds both fantastical and familiar, while her quotes inspire countless individuals in everyday life.
Richelle E. Goodrich delivers a rare blend of imagination, versatility, and personal authenticity. Her writing moves comfortably between the epic and the intimate, the adventurous and the contemplative. Few authors manage to cultivate such a diverse and consistent catalog within a single decade, and fewer still do so while also contributing art, poetry, and motivational writing that resonate far beyond their books.
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November 15, 2017
This book is the third in Eena's adventures and includes all the main characters to whom you've grown fondly attached, namely Queen Eena; Ian, her protector; Captain Derian; Kira the Mishmorat; the Viidun Captain, Shanks; and his hulky crew (minus Gemdorin for evident reasons.) But this newest leg of Eena's journey introduces a handful of interesting personalities including a clan of sexy Mishmorats, a Goliath Grotten society, devious military Semmians, and my particular favorite―the charming, controlling, exasperating, shrewdly remiss immortal.....Edgarmetheus! You're going to love-hate-love him. I promise!
January 27, 2014
This book is probably my favorite in the series so far. The cover is my favorite too, really like the colors used, and I like how it has some depth perspective to it.
There are many memorable and interesting things that happen in this book. Like meeting the other civilizations on the planet, and how they live. Ian's new talent. Getting a peek into the past, to understand the characters better. I liked how it ended, too. I could even be okay if the series just ended there, leaving it up to the reader's imagination -- but I know that is not where it ends.
It will be interesting to see what happens next.
There are many memorable and interesting things that happen in this book. Like meeting the other civilizations on the planet, and how they live. Ian's new talent. Getting a peek into the past, to understand the characters better. I liked how it ended, too. I could even be okay if the series just ended there, leaving it up to the reader's imagination -- but I know that is not where it ends.
It will be interesting to see what happens next.
May 21, 2017
This was my third reading of this book, and I enjoyed it as much as the first time around. It is basically a love story, based on fantasy and a little sci fi. It is packed full of adventure and mystery, with depth and lots of detail. You can easily become part of their lives as the author does a good job at describing interaction between the characters, events and adventure. You are left wanting for more as you reach the end of the book.
November 11, 2016
The Curse of Wanyaka Cave.
This is the third in the Harrowbethian Saga series, and I have really enjoyed reading it. It's the second time I have read it and I was just as emotional involved with the characters as in the first reading. Eena, the Harrowbethian Queen has opened the door, figuratively speaking to some new and what seemed impossible enemies who are trying to coerce her into helping them and are a threat to her world and her people. There are a lot of feelings that surface in the words of the author, good interaction with the characters, exasperating and frightful confrontations and unexpected events. Her love for her captain is forever being challenged, and new revelations being opened to her about her true identity. There are enough adventures and intense situations that will keep the reader interested and wanting more.
Merged review:
Eena, The Curse of Wanyaka Cave, the third book in
the Harrowbethian Saga.
I enjoyed reading this novel. The author has the ability to pull on your
emotions with her words. She is very descriptive of events, thoughts,
and character building. There are some tearful parts, tender moments, humor,
conflicts both personal and social, suspense and mystery and
unexpected surprises. Goodrich 's characterization is very good
and you become well acquainted with the individuals she writes about.
The story involves overwhelming threats and humanly impossible actions
which can lead to an evil outcome if not stopped. It does leave you anxiously
awaiting the next book to see how these challenges are ultimately met and
dealt with, and to see who wins Queen Eena's heart in the end. It is written
in third person with ample conversational content. I would recommend it for
young adults and older.
This is the third in the Harrowbethian Saga series, and I have really enjoyed reading it. It's the second time I have read it and I was just as emotional involved with the characters as in the first reading. Eena, the Harrowbethian Queen has opened the door, figuratively speaking to some new and what seemed impossible enemies who are trying to coerce her into helping them and are a threat to her world and her people. There are a lot of feelings that surface in the words of the author, good interaction with the characters, exasperating and frightful confrontations and unexpected events. Her love for her captain is forever being challenged, and new revelations being opened to her about her true identity. There are enough adventures and intense situations that will keep the reader interested and wanting more.
Merged review:
Eena, The Curse of Wanyaka Cave, the third book in
the Harrowbethian Saga.
I enjoyed reading this novel. The author has the ability to pull on your
emotions with her words. She is very descriptive of events, thoughts,
and character building. There are some tearful parts, tender moments, humor,
conflicts both personal and social, suspense and mystery and
unexpected surprises. Goodrich 's characterization is very good
and you become well acquainted with the individuals she writes about.
The story involves overwhelming threats and humanly impossible actions
which can lead to an evil outcome if not stopped. It does leave you anxiously
awaiting the next book to see how these challenges are ultimately met and
dealt with, and to see who wins Queen Eena's heart in the end. It is written
in third person with ample conversational content. I would recommend it for
young adults and older.
January 22, 2014
Just barely returned as queen to her homeland of Harrowbeth, Eena almost immediately finds herself in even more trouble than trying to heal her world and win over a distrusting council. Two immortal sisters trapped in a secret cave have other designs on her time, and their infuriating brother, Edgar, will do anything to make sure she cooperates.
It's easy to forget that Eena is a teenager. Maybe she would have been more mature had she been raised in Harrowbeth. But she wasn't, and she reacts many times as a typical Earthly teen would. As a reader, sometimes I get frustrated with her immaturity along with her fictional counterparts until I step back and remember where she's coming from. However, this is no excuse for the way Ian continues to act inappropriately towards his queen or the way Derian caves to her whims. If I have complaints, it's that these two need to get it together and help their queen grow up.
PS As promised, I both hate and love Edgar! I am excited to hear the rest of the story.
It's easy to forget that Eena is a teenager. Maybe she would have been more mature had she been raised in Harrowbeth. But she wasn't, and she reacts many times as a typical Earthly teen would. As a reader, sometimes I get frustrated with her immaturity along with her fictional counterparts until I step back and remember where she's coming from. However, this is no excuse for the way Ian continues to act inappropriately towards his queen or the way Derian caves to her whims. If I have complaints, it's that these two need to get it together and help their queen grow up.
PS As promised, I both hate and love Edgar! I am excited to hear the rest of the story.
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