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Captured: A Romantic Fantasy Adventure (White Road Tale Novella Book 1) Kindle Edition

4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 97 ratings

He could lose everything if their secret is found out.

When Tarek's family is taken prisoner by the conniving, self-proclaimed King of Racah, his family makes a pact to lay low and do whatever is necessary to survive. Most importantly, they are to not involve themselves in the king's affairs.

Despite Tarek's efforts to follow his parents' orders, he intervenes when the beautiful, mysterious princess attempts to take her life. And despite his best efforts to stay away from her afterward, she finds a way to capture his heart.

Unfortunately, Tarek is in danger of losing more than just his heart in this adventurous prequel series to the White Road Chronicles.

Captured is the first of three novellas in the White Road Tales trilogy which also include Stolen and Ransom. Now available ~ The White Road Tales Complete Collection with all three books, and a bonus story!

This novella series is a prequel to the White Road Chronicles series which continue Alyra's adventures:

Illuminated: Book One
Luminosity: Book Two
Emanate: Book Three
Radiance: Book Four
Ignited: Book Five
Ablaze: Book Six


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Madison Creek Bed & Breakfast Romance Series:
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Secretly In Love (novella)
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Sun Kisses
Candy Lane Christmas (novella)
 
The White Road Chronicles Fantasy Series:
Illuminated
Luminosity
Emanate
Radiance
Ignited
Ablaze
 
The White Road Tales Novellas
Captured
Stolen
Ransom
The Sentinels Archives: Through the Portal

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00MOQHUGA
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Castle Book Creations (August 12, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 12, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.2 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 107 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 97 ratings

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Welcome to my Fantasy Story World!

My name is J. R. Castle. I also write romance under Jackie Castle. I'm a creative who likes to find the extraordinary in the ordinary. I've done all kinds of jobs which include hairstyling, teaching in both elementary schools and daycares, to working in a bookstore.

I love writing books that touch the heart, inspire one's spirit, and encourage readers in their daily walk.

I love to interact with readers! Be sure to visit me over at www.jackiecastle.com and sign up for my newsletter Castle's Story World for announcements about sales, contests and new releases.

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Customers find the book an interesting read that keeps their attention. They appreciate the well-developed characters that come across as real people. The romance is described as awesome and family-friendly, leading into a strong Christian allegory. Readers praise the fast-paced plot that progresses smoothly.

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"...This is a clean read. Language takes place offstage with only the inoffensive “Trollsbreath” being used plainly...." Read more

"...Fast-paced, and well-written, entirely from the young hunters point of view, Castle deepens his character and reveals the development of his..." Read more

"...As with the White Road Chronicles, the storytelling is engaging and forward-moving, and the characters are interesting...." Read more

"...Romance but do not let that deter you the world is complex and interesting. The characters have depth and come across as real people...." Read more

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"...The pacing was quick without being rushed. You get a clear picture of characters, especially Tarek and his family, without being overwhelmed or..." Read more

"...-written, entirely from the young hunters point of view, Castle deepens his character and reveals the development of his reluctant love for the..." Read more

"...the storytelling is engaging and forward-moving, and the characters are interesting...." Read more

"...The characters have depth and come across as real people. This is a Christian Analogy but is not in the least heavy handed. It tells it own story...." Read more

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"...There is a very sweet romance brewing between Tarek and Princess. I liked how he respects her and how he draws her out of her shell...." Read more

"...the spirituality in this novella is basic, it provides a compelling romantic lead in to the spiritually powerful allegory that is The White Road..." Read more

"...It is Fantasy Romance but do not let that deter you the world is complex and interesting. The characters have depth and come across as real people...." Read more

"...I look forward to continuing with the next book, Stolen. This is a clean story with the first stirrings of romance, and there is some mild violence..." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2015
    Captured is the first in the prequel trilogy of novellas for Castle’s White Road Chronicles. I have enjoyed Castle’s novels thus far and picked this up when I saw it would give more of the missing backstory to two key characters

    Plot – Grade A

    Considering this prequel novella follows a completed trilogy, anyone who has read at least the first book, Illuminated, knows the ultimate ending to the novella and its sequels. However, do not let that deter you from checking out this story. Castle did an excellent job of sharing more about the background of Tarek and his family as well as weaving in Princess’ life before the first novel. The story develops the world of Racah, the dark kingdom beyond what we see through Princess’ eyes in Illuminated and stands up well on its own. The plot is short and woven together with just a few strings left to be picked up in the next novella. Certain throwaway elements in this novella will jump at readers familiar with Castle’s work and trigger an “Oh! I know what that means!!” reaction. I enjoy Easter eggs so it was fun for me. The plot whets one’s appetite for more without giving away noticeable spoilers for the novels if readers haven’t read them yet while also breathing fresh life into the world for those who are already familiar with it.

    Content – Grade A

    This is a clean read. Language takes place offstage with only the inoffensive “Trollsbreath” being used plainly. There are references to sensuality but they are very discreet even when a girl propositions Tarek and he sees his father with a mistress. There is violence. Several people are killed and blood is described as pooling and staining witnesses’ clothing. However, this did not teeter into being gratuitous since again the focus is more on the characters’ reactions than anything else.

    There is a very sweet romance brewing between Tarek and Princess. I liked how he respects her and how he draws her out of her shell. I also liked the way Tarek works to take care of his family even with his father being an absolute boor.

    The spiritual side of things is extremely light in this first novella, especially compared to the allegorical nature of the original trilogy. There are mentions of the white trees and the true king. Nothing too overwhelming or in your face about it, which definitely suits this short novella and the characters’ current frame of mind spiritually.

    Technical – Grade A-

    This was very well edited. There were a few typos and one instance where you’re was used instead of your but nothing too grating. There a few places where the language used was a tad modern for the medieval-esque setting but nothing that truly jerked me out of the setting. The pacing was quick without being rushed. You get a clear picture of characters, especially Tarek and his family, without being overwhelmed or underwhelmed. Secondary and tertiary characters stand out when they need to and are not made of cardboard. The story is able to stand on its own while inviting you to dive further into the world of The White Road Chronicles.

    Final Grade – A or 5 stars

    Overall, I really enjoyed this prequel. I love it when authors reveal the backstories to novels/characters and further explore the world they’ve created. I’m looking forward to reading more about the lead up to Illuminated. I recommend this book to both fans of Castle’s White Road Chronicles and those looking to dip their toe into a fantasy romance that is family-friendly and leads into a strong Christian allegorical fantasy. Recommended for ages 13 and up.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2015
    The sinister King Darnel’s raiders capture seventeen-year-old Tarek and his family and force them into labor in the bleak fortress city of Racah. There, biding their time, they await an opportunity to escape. However, full bellies, decent work and a father who likes the taverns, dampens the family’s burning flame for freedom. The king’s minions draft Tarek into service as a Hunter even as he meets the mysterious princess of the castle. Circumstances command Tarek to help Princess, and in the process, the beauty captures Tarek’s heart even though it may cost him everything when the king finds them out.

    In Captured, Jackie Castle introduces the character Tarek, the young hunter, who helped Princess make her initial escape from Racah in The White Road Chronicles. Fast-paced, and well-written, entirely from the young hunters point of view, Castle deepens his character and reveals the development of his reluctant love for the heroine. Although the spirituality in this novella is basic, it provides a compelling romantic lead in to the spiritually powerful allegory that is The White Road Chronicles.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2015
    This trilogy of novellas is the prequel to the White Road Chronicles series and really does lend a good deal to one's understanding of it. It probably is best read before or between the first and second books of the Chronicles. (I don't understand why the prequel was split into three separate books rather than one novel -- they really don't have separate story lines, but are one continuous story.)

    As with the White Road Chronicles, the storytelling is engaging and forward-moving, and the characters are interesting. Actually, the main characters of the series become much more likable once you've read the prequel, which explains both the heroine's air-headed/fickle tendencies and the hero's willingness to risk so much for an apparent stranger. From a storytelling standpoint alone, I would give this prequel series 4 stars. However, they, like the first three books in the Chronicles series, suffer from a serious lack of decent editing. Since this makes the read annoying at best and quite difficult (occasionally impossible) to decipher at worst, I feel obliged to knock off 1-2 stars for readability.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2014
    This is the most recent story in Jackie Castle's White Road series. It is Fantasy Romance but do not let that deter you the world is complex and interesting. The characters have depth and come across as real people. This is a Christian Analogy but is not in the least heavy handed. It tells it own story. I recommend this series to my friends. It is written with youth in mind but adults can also enjoy it. Before reading this story, I recommend you read the other books first. They are available through kindle amazon and amazon books. More than worth the price.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2018
    The romance of Tarek and his princess is forbidden but the silly boy has lost his head. Neither the hardships his family has had to endure nor the cruelty of the king can deter his heart. His lout of a father, ostrich like mother, and proud unafraid sister all try to warn him to stay away from the castle. Why does the heart want what it wants, and how are we mere mortals to disobey its pull? This is just the begining of an adventure for our little cast of characters.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2015
    The plot moves quickly and smoothly. An interesting read, one I enjoyed. I look forward to continuing with the next book, Stolen. This is a clean story with the first stirrings of romance, and there is some mild violence and drinking. The cover is somewhat misleading. Tarek is a hunter (bow and arrow) and in this book at least, is not a swordsman of any kind nor ever uses/carries a sword.
  • Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2018
    I enjoyed how this story developed. Even though this is not my typical style of read I've enjoyed it. Some characters more then others. I think this book is suitable for Young teen as well as adult.
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2015
    disappointing after reading the white road trilogy.

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  • dragonlover_11
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in Australia on October 15, 2016
    A good read, flowing storyline and easy to follow. A PG book as there's some kissing and a little violence. Refreshingly no cuss words or intimate scenes.

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