Shannon here: June Foster shares the inspiration for The Other Side of the Fairy House, her Christmas Time Travel novel with her daughter, Kelly Cordova. Comment or answer the question in this post to enter the drawing for an e-book copy, U.S. only. Deadline: 16th, 11:59 pm central. Here’s June:
One of the Stories Behind the Story – Jason
Last spring, my daughter Kelly and I went to Gatlinburg, Tennessee to do research for our new book, The Other Side of the Fairy House. Besides absorbing the vibes of the Great Smoky Mountains, we explored the real-life location where our story takes place—the former Voorheis property and estate. But in our story, you’ll find Mr. Voorheis’ name is Robert Vanderheim.
Louis Voorheis was a wealthy Yale graduate from Cincinnati in the early 1900s. He wanted a private location where he and his wife could escape the modern world. Thus, he built a rustic style mansion on a 38-acre site. We patterned our story around his life.
The site also featured a stone spring house about which many told stories of fairies and fireflies that paid visits during the winter months. Many tourists go there today, though some have trouble finding it. Fortunately, Kelly had watched a YouTube video which helped us find the spot.
Today the building houses the state fire service. As we walked in front of the building, one of the service employees walked out. A young man named Jason. He told us some fascinating tales. One was about an evening when he heard mysterious flute music coming from somewhere nearby. Perhaps from the woods. He claims the story is true.
So, when you read our Christmas tale, watch for a young man named Jason and the sound of a flute emanating from the forest. You’ll be surprised at what happens afterward.
Question for Readers: Do you enjoy reading stories where the characters travel back into time? Why or why not?
About June: An award-winning author, June Foster is also a retired teacher with a BA in Education and a MA in counseling. She is the mother of two and grandmother of ten. June began writing Christian romance in 2010. She penned her first novel on her Toshiba laptop as she and her husband traveled the US in their RV. Her adventures provide a rich source of information for her novels. She brags about visiting a location before it becomes the setting in her next book.
To date, June has written over thirty contemporary romance and romantic suspense novels and novellas. She loves to compose stories about characters who overcome the circumstances in their lives by the power of God and His Word. June uses her training in counseling and her Christian beliefs in creating characters who find freedom to live godly lives. She’s published with Winged Publications. Visit June at her website to see a complete list of her books. Learn more & connect:
About Kelly: Kelly Cordova lives in Texas with her husband, Tom, where she homeschooled their
six children. Before settling in El Paso, she and her husband served as missionaries in Peru. Kelly has a bachelor’s degree in photojournalism and a Master’s in public affairs journalism.
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About the book – The Other Side of the Fairy House:
Madison Montgomery’s dreams come true when her boss at Cliffside Realty Group sends her to the picturesque tourist destination of Travisburg, Tennessee, just days before Christmas. Her task? Photograph their new listing, an enchanting estate owned by eighty-two-year-old Ana Thatcher, who can no longer manage the historic property. The original owner, Robert Vanderheim, a wealthy 1930s entrepreneur, adorned the grounds with delightful stone basins and fountains. Madison’s mission is simple: capture the estate’s beauty and, if possible, uncover the mythical Fairy House.
But when Madison discovers she must work with drone operator Ben Taylor, her high school nemesis, the assignment takes an unexpected turn. The snowy drive down becomes a challenge when a flat tire derails their journey. Ben, now a ranger in Tennessee’s Donaldson Gap State Park with dreams of becoming a US National Parks designer, reluctantly joins the mission. As old tensions resurface, Madison and Ben are forced to confront their past.
A sudden accident in the forest leaves Madison unconscious, only to awaken to a bewildering sight: Ben in vintage attire, calling her “ma’am” as if they’ve never met. Has Madison slipped through time to Robert Vanderheim’s era, or is she trapped in a surreal dream?
In this heartwarming tale, Madison must navigate a world between past and present, discovering love and the true magic of Christmas along the way. Will she return to her familiar life, or find herself forever changed by the mysteries of Travisburg? And will Ben seize the chance to show Madison the man he’s become, and the love he’s always had for her?
The Other Side of the Fairy House is a charming holiday romance that will sweep you off your feet and remind you that sometimes, dreams really do come true.
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Shannon, thank you for featuring our story on your blog today. This is the time of year when we stop and think about all the things for which we’re grateful. I’m grateful for you and your support for other authors. Happy Thanksgiving.
I never thought I would enjoy time travel stories but once I read one – I fell in love!
Natalya, thanks for your comment. If you like time travel stories, you will especially like this one because it’s also a delightful Christmas read .
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I have a winner! Susie Burkholder won the drawing. I appreciate June & Kelly for being my guests and everyone else for stopping by.
C
Congratulations, Susie. I hope you enjoy the story as much as Kelly and I enjoyed writing it.