“Extraordinary Thoughts of Jonah Paladin …an ancient story of challenges, choices  and  consequences” Author: Russell R. Esposito The New York Learning Library www.tnyll.com Jack’s grandfather accidentally finds an ancient book in the family’s farm house. They discover a story that was written over 500 years ago! The book tells the story of Jonah Paladin’s astonishing adventures that offer mystery, suspense, and humor, as well as clever solutions to challenges that are truly enlightening. Jonah and his companion, Julia, overcome their difficulties using logic and unique problem-solving insights during their challenging odyssey. “Extraordinary Thoughts of Jonah Paladin” is an exceptional and uplifting experience that will enrich your entire family’s mind and spirit. Jonah and Julia encounter many difficulties imposed by an amusing but troublesome sorcerer, and are obstructed by a mysterious feathered giant. They meet many other fascinating characters in an ancient mystical forest, some who help and others who hinder. And finally, after many terrifying events, Jonah and Julia cleverly outwit their foes, and together learn many important lessons during this challenging odyssey. CONTENTS Prologue – Grandpa’s Discovery Chapter 1 – Horror in the Monk’s Nest… then a Contest Chapter 2 – A Solution in the Shadows Chapter 3 – Ask the Right Question the Right Way Chapter 4 – Ask a Different Question, Get a Different Answer Chapter 5 – Malvagio the Shrewd Stable Master Chapter 6 – Help from a Priest with a Cat Chapter 7 – The Importance of Being Confident Chapter 8 – The King’s Failing Health Chapter 9 – A Clue Found in a Sorcerer’s Rhyme Chapter 10 – Dr. Sano Visits Jonah Chapter 11 – Advice from a Monk and a Rabbi Chapter 12 – Welcome No One. Evil Inside. Chapter 13 – Letters that Make Saggio Laugh Chapter 14 – Fayrissa of Hibernia Chapter 15 – Stepping into a Music Box Chapter 16 – Finding the Nest, the Maze… and More Chapter 17 – A Sorcerer Afflicted with Affection Chapter 18 – A New Prisoner with No Escape Chapter 19 – Oscar’s Many Bad Habits Chapter 20 – The Final Fall Chapter 21 – A Ghastly Surprise Chapter 22 – The Right “Key” for a Violin Chapter 23 – Quick Thinking and Sleight-of-Hand Chapter 24 – Which Way Out? Chapter 25 – A Brother’s Brother? Chapter 26 – Creative Logic Chapter 27 – Freedom for Two, but New Troubles Brew Chapter 28 – The Value of a Good Deed Chapter 29 – The Battle’s Echo Chapter 30 – A Hidden Negotiation Chapter 31 – Welcome. No One Evil Inside. Chapter 32 – Discover the Extraordinary Epilogue – Grandpa’s Uncharted CHAPTER EXCERPTS: Prologue – Grandpa’s Discovery If you had heard the sound of that wind ripping through the farm’s wire fence, you’d swear it was the howl of some strange animal wailing in the wilderness. As I glanced at the fencing while walking up the porch steps there was a sudden… CRASH! Chapter 1 – The Monk’s Nest As the monk looked down from his nest, his eyes quickly riveted onto something… something terrifying. Chapter 26 – Creative Logic Julia explained, “If the sack contains a squashed grape, that means I must have picked and dropped the round one, it’s only logical.” Julia smiled as she enjoyed her logical solution….” Chapter 30 – A Hidden Negotiation “Brilliant! Fantastic!” Saggio laughed. “Jonah, you are truly a very smart young man indeed. What a terrific plan, very nice effort.” Epilogue – Grandpa’s Uncharted Chats But like a prickly grain of sand lodged in an oyster’s shell from which a pearl is born, little pearls of wisdom often spring from Grandpa’s uncharted chats…and a small serendipitous story may surface that we’ll all enjoy. And that is precisely the magic and marvel of storytelling.

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