The Emerald Stone

Serena has spent her entire life with her loving father in her small village. One day while out looking for adventure, she finds a dazzling emerald in the stream, and her life changes forever. A strange woman appears, warning her that something special will happen on her twelfth birthday. Before Serena can ask her any questions, the woman vanishes into the wind.

Something odd does indeed happen on Serena's birthday. As the clock strikes twelve, a wizard appears on the back of an enormous beast. He kidnaps her and transports her to a castle full of magical creatures, terrifying monsters, and amazing sorcery. Serena is locked up in a beautiful bedroom at the top of a tower-until her temper lands her in a much worse place.

Unfortunately, unless Serena can discover the secret of the emerald, she will never see her comfortable home again

In a land of dragons, wizards, and enchantments, Serena will have to draw on her inner strength and the help of her friends to escape. This magical adventure for readers of all ages is the first novel in author D. J. Loomis's five-book fantasy series.