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Virtue Falls #3.5
The Watcher: A Story of Virtue Falls
When Sheriff Kateri Kwinault gets a call about something strange happening at the local boys' and girls' summer camp, she finds herself telling a scary story that might be a little too close to the truth...
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First published July 31, 2017
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Readers become writers, and Christina has always been a reader. Ultimately she discovered she liked to read romance best because the relationship between a man and a woman is always humorous. A woman wants world peace, a clean house, and a deep and meaningful relationship based on mutual understanding and love. A man wants a Craftsman router, undisputed control of the TV remote, and a red Corvette which will make his bald spot disappear.
When Christina’s first daughter was born, she told her husband she was going to write a book. It was a good time to start a new career, because how much trouble could one little infant be?
Ha! It took ten years, two children and three completed manuscripts before she was published. Now her suspense, paranormal, historical, and mystery novels have been translated into 30 languages and sold more than 15 million copies in print. Praised for her “brilliantly etched characters, polished writing, and unexpected flashes of sharp humor that are pure Dodd” (Booklist), her award-winning books have landed on numerous Best of the Year lists and, much to her mother's delight, Dodd was once a clue in the Los Angeles Times crossword puzzle. She lives with her family in the Pacific Northwest, where her 700 lavender plants share the yard with her husband’s various “Big Projects,” including a treehouse, zipline, and their very own Stonehenge.
Enter Christina’s worlds and join her mailing list for humor, book news and entertainment (yes, she’s the proud author with the infamous three-armed cover) at christinadodd.com. For more information on A DAUGHTER OF FAIR VERONA, visit daughterofmontague.com. Her legions of fans know that when they pick up a Christina Dodd book, they'll find the story, "Wildly entertaining, wickedly witty!"
Christina is married to a man with all his hair and no Corvette, but many Craftsman tools.
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— 6/30/26 TEACH THE TORCHES TO BURN: Daughter of Montague Historical Fiction #3 https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
New and Now!
—MUCH ADO ABOUT MISTLETOE: Daughter of Montague Christmas novella https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
— THUS WITH A KISS I DIE Daughter of Montague Historical Fiction #2
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
— A DAUGHTER OF FAIR VERONA Historical Fiction Trade Paperback Once upon a time a young couple met and fell in love. You probably know that story, and how it ended (hint: badly). Only here’s the thing: That’s not how it ended at all…
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
— WELCOME TO GOTHIC: A Gothic novella in ebook (at last!) https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
— WHAT DREAMS MAY COME Daughter of Montague novella 1.5 "I’m the daughter of Romeo and Juliet. Yes, that Romeo and Juliet. No, they didn’t die in the tomb…" https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
— GIRL ANONYMOUS “Crackling sexual chemistry and a few love scenes guaranteed to scorch readers’ fingers as they turn the pages." — ⭐️ Booklist
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
Readers become writers, and Christina has always been a reader. Ultimately she discovered she liked to read romance best because the relationship between a man and a woman is always humorous. A woman wants world peace, a clean house, and a deep and meaningful relationship based on mutual understanding and love. A man wants a Craftsman router, undisputed control of the TV remote, and a red Corvette which will make his bald spot disappear.
When Christina’s first daughter was born, she told her husband she was going to write a book. It was a good time to start a new career, because how much trouble could one little infant be?
Ha! It took ten years, two children and three completed manuscripts before she was published. Now her suspense, paranormal, historical, and mystery novels have been translated into 30 languages and sold more than 15 million copies in print. Praised for her “brilliantly etched characters, polished writing, and unexpected flashes of sharp humor that are pure Dodd” (Booklist), her award-winning books have landed on numerous Best of the Year lists and, much to her mother's delight, Dodd was once a clue in the Los Angeles Times crossword puzzle. She lives with her family in the Pacific Northwest, where her 700 lavender plants share the yard with her husband’s various “Big Projects,” including a treehouse, zipline, and their very own Stonehenge.
Enter Christina’s worlds and join her mailing list for humor, book news and entertainment (yes, she’s the proud author with the infamous three-armed cover) at christinadodd.com. For more information on A DAUGHTER OF FAIR VERONA, visit daughterofmontague.com. Her legions of fans know that when they pick up a Christina Dodd book, they'll find the story, "Wildly entertaining, wickedly witty!"
Christina is married to a man with all his hair and no Corvette, but many Craftsman tools.
(Source: http://www.christinadodd.com )
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October 30, 2018
Enjoyable short story about some frightened kids at camp who think a man is watching them. When the sheriff (Kateri Kwinault) comes to investigate she tells them a story about the Frog God.
Since the story was so short (33 pages) I don't want to give too much of the plot away, but there were some chilling moments as Kateri told the tale around the campfire. The Frog God story was fascinating.
This is the first book/novella I've read by Christina Dodd and I found it to be a compelling read with a good setting, the camp at night.
Since the story was so short (33 pages) I don't want to give too much of the plot away, but there were some chilling moments as Kateri told the tale around the campfire. The Frog God story was fascinating.
This is the first book/novella I've read by Christina Dodd and I found it to be a compelling read with a good setting, the camp at night.
June 29, 2018
This one was creepy, scary, and eerie, yet very intriguing.
It was a short story about the tale of the Frog God, and oh, reading this gave me goosebumps all over! The more I learned about the Frog God, the harder it was to ignore the creeping feeling of unease I felt.
Due to the book’s short length, it’s difficult to write a review without giving the story all away. So, I’ll have to leave it at that.
All in all, this was a fast-paced and enjoyable read. Fans of Virtue Falls series shouldn’t miss out on this one.
It was a short story about the tale of the Frog God, and oh, reading this gave me goosebumps all over! The more I learned about the Frog God, the harder it was to ignore the creeping feeling of unease I felt.
Due to the book’s short length, it’s difficult to write a review without giving the story all away. So, I’ll have to leave it at that.
All in all, this was a fast-paced and enjoyable read. Fans of Virtue Falls series shouldn’t miss out on this one.
November 11, 2017
The Watcher by Christina Dodd is a 2017 publication.
This is a super short story, which is a part of the Virtue Falls series. I received a copy of this book from the very generous author who shared it with her newsletter subscribers.
I enjoyed the story of the Frog God, which is explained in greater detail for those wondering about Kateri’s power.
The story is told around a campfire, which is the perfect setting for such a tale. It’s an interesting short story, which will only take a few minutes to read, but it would make a nice lunch break diversion.
3 stars
This is a super short story, which is a part of the Virtue Falls series. I received a copy of this book from the very generous author who shared it with her newsletter subscribers.
I enjoyed the story of the Frog God, which is explained in greater detail for those wondering about Kateri’s power.
The story is told around a campfire, which is the perfect setting for such a tale. It’s an interesting short story, which will only take a few minutes to read, but it would make a nice lunch break diversion.
3 stars
May 29, 2020
I loved visiting Virtue Falls once again with Sheriff Kateri Kwinault. I found Kateri's story of the Frog God to be quite enlightening as I have read the previous Virtue Falls books and wondered about the legend. It is quite spooky and I hope that Kateri continues to protect the children.
October 27, 2017
Intriguing read.
March 9, 2021
Now who doesn't both like and yet be scared to the bone with listening to intense ghostly stories around a roaring campfire in the still of the night? Well you get a whopper of a Native American one in this great short story. Even the author Joseph Campbell who was a professor of literature at Sarah Lawrence College who worked in comparative mythology would have loved this story.
November 1, 2019
Kateri is the perfect storyteller. After her survival experience during a tsunami, Kateri is the perfect person to tell the story of the Frog God. This novella reminded me of the Girl Scout days sitting around the campfire and getting told ghost stories. Who wants to go to sleep after that? You never know who is watching.
August 4, 2017
Short story success
Kateri is a believable and likeable protagonist and her story is woven thru the series of virtue falls. Hope the frog God doesn't get her. I intend to read every book in the weirs and look forward to pleasure.
Kateri is a believable and likeable protagonist and her story is woven thru the series of virtue falls. Hope the frog God doesn't get her. I intend to read every book in the weirs and look forward to pleasure.
August 12, 2017
Breath of fresh air
As always Dodd delivers and keeps you turning pages in rapid succession. Rich characters and true storytelling leaves you wanting more!
As always Dodd delivers and keeps you turning pages in rapid succession. Rich characters and true storytelling leaves you wanting more!
August 7, 2017
Wonderful
As always Christina Dodd delivers the best.Mystery,suspense and thrills.I just waiting for the next book in this series.I hope it comes out soon.
As always Christina Dodd delivers the best.Mystery,suspense and thrills.I just waiting for the next book in this series.I hope it comes out soon.
August 11, 2017
As always, an excellent read.
December 4, 2017
This was the first Virtue Falls story that I read but now I have read 4 more. It got me hooked on this series. Very nice short story.
November 16, 2017
Good short story. Kateri tells the story.
October 4, 2017
Another great page turner by Christina Dodd. I am a fan of Kateri and Virtue Falls...can't wait for the next book.
November 9, 2023
A short story about the legend of the Frog King, as told by Katari, the Native American sheriff of Virtue Falls. I loved the lessons of the story and how Katari is dealing with her experiences with the Frog King.
May 24, 2017
Perfect story to read while sitting around the campfire!
June 3, 2017
I really enjoyed this book and I look forward to reading more in the Virtue falls series.
April 9, 2018
Great set up for the Virtue Falls series. I like how it focuses on Kateri and provides more back information on her experience(s). I haven't read all the books, yet this one answers questions the other Virtue Falls books haven't. It was so good that I wished there was more. An intro for another book?
March 16, 2018
This was an entertaining short story focused on Kateri Kwinault that gives a little more information about her story and what she is capable of. It also gives you the tale of the Frog God, which I enjoyed.
July 29, 2018
Great Story
I love Christina Dodd books. The Watcher fills in a little corner of the Virtue Falls stories. Like all of Ms. Dodd's books, it's easy reading, very well written and has humor. You feel like you are walking beside her characters as the story unwinds.
I love Christina Dodd books. The Watcher fills in a little corner of the Virtue Falls stories. Like all of Ms. Dodd's books, it's easy reading, very well written and has humor. You feel like you are walking beside her characters as the story unwinds.
August 9, 2019
What a great lead in book for a series. It was gripping to be drawn into the American Indian gods beliefs. It can and did lead me down a scary path. Book gifted to me.
July 5, 2020
If you believe in Native American spiritual powers, this is a short story for you.
October 8, 2020
Christina Dodd always delivers.
May 3, 2021
A Watcher
The Native American story about the was amazing. This short story was very enjoyable. The meaning isn't clear to me but it is still a good story.
The Native American story about the was amazing. This short story was very enjoyable. The meaning isn't clear to me but it is still a good story.
November 28, 2021
I liked this short story, I enjoyed reading this mystery story. I can't wait to pick up the next Virtue Falls book. I like the sheriff and all she is involved with.
January 3, 2022
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November 14, 2022
Such a brilliant and intense story. I love Kateri!!
December 8, 2022
A wonderful legend
January 16, 2023
Wow, what a great story. Now I must go to book one of Virtue Falls and find out all about it. I enjoy storytelling and Katari from Virtue Falls tells one great story to a bunch of scared teenage campers. "WooWoo" (as noted in Virtue Falls) at its finest. Great respect for the gods we may never understand but honor anyway.
June 7, 2022
2nd read in 2022 = 199 KB ebook
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