The Birthing Tree

The Birthing Tree Series #1

by Ginger Schenck

For most of her life, Annie has experienced a nagging sensation that there is something she needs to do. While she has no idea what it could be, the uncanny sensation propels her on an impulsive road trip. Starting out on a trip with no particular destination seems like freedom for the first time in her life. When she ends up in a small town in South Dakota she discovers it's exactly where she needs to be and along with some new friends, she faces a dark and ancient evil linked to her childhood. When a mysterious raven drops an old bracelet on her windshield, she shrugs it off as simply a trinket. Soon, however, there are too many coincidences to ignore and the band of friends must use folklore, dreams, and their own experiences to defeat the dark creature that has come to visit.

242 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 15, 2020

Reviews

[Ginger Schenck · Rating 5 out of 5]

In the Birthing Tree, I wanted to weave a dark, otherworldly experience. Annie longs to get away from her regular life and a vague unrest pulls her out west. When she arrives in Sutter, South Dakota she discovers that evil often lurks where we least expect it. In the book, I tell several stories from my childhood growing up on a spooky farm where odd things happened frequently. I'll always love the birthing tree story even as my writing grows and improves through other books. This story is the idea that haunted me over and over again until I wrote it.

[Shannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

So I rarely write reviews, but I feel that this one warrants one. If you are a King, Koontz, or supernatural book fan, then you should read this. There is paranormal mystery and supernatural flare all throughout. There's beautiful mix of mythological and various religious stories and beliefs that helped to tie in all the main characters. I totally loved the historical pieces that were sprinkled in as well. Well worth the read!

[Diedra G · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

A very Spellbinding read. Looking forward to the next book. Couldn’t put the book down. Thank you Ginger for the story.

[Christina Harper · Rating 5 out of 5]

Haunting and Delightful

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This book blends tales of supernatural and native American folklore. I loved the suspense and the epic battle of light and darkness I can't wait to see how Annie's journey unfolds in the next book!

[Becky · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm so darn excited! I just finished this book and LOVED it. The author has a writing style that pulls you right in, you feel, see, hear, even smell what the characters in the book are experiencing. I don't read many books in this genre, so I wasn't sure what to expect, but it did not disappoint. It was amazing. I highly recommend this book, she mixes reality with the unknown so smoothly, it's hard to put down, and again, her writing style is one that you experience it all, so clear and vivid.

[Catherine · Rating 3 out of 5]

The Birthing Tree is an old story of good and evil, dark and light, ravens and charms.

Annie grew up on a haunted farm in the middle of nowhere. Growing up on the farm there were odd events that happened. Annie had always felt that she needed to do something. What she didn't know, but one day she threw two suitcases and a duffle bag into her car and headed west. For some unknown reason she stops in Sutter, South Dakota. There she finds an ancient evil.

[Rachel Glickler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Schenck has a knack for taking folklore to the next level. The Birthing Tree takes you on a journey of self-discovery that will have you questioning the old-wives tales you grew up with and viewing them with new eyes.

[Dr.N · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 Stars

Love this author's writing style. It puts you right there in every scene. True page turner!! Highly recommend this book!

[Kelsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Unique and great! A wonderful start to a wonderful series!

[Linda Douglas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book by a local author. If you pick it up...and you should...you will not be able to put it down. Grabbed my attention from the beginning and held it throughout the book. Suspenseful and an awesome read. Can't wait for the next book!!

[Rhonda · Rating 5 out of 5]

A page-turner from start to finish

Loved the characters and the mythology woven throughout the story. Hope this is only the first of many adventures to come!