Swimming in the Rainbow (Available June 1, 2022)

BOOK NINE

THE CONCLUSION OF THE CHILD OF THE ERINYES

Power-hungry dictators have broken the world and placed humanity’s future at risk.

Twelve-year-old Zoë knows nothing of these upheavals and political struggles. She has lived a solitary, fantasy-filled life in pastoral Germany, and is completely unprepared when a sudden, devastating attack destroys her peaceful existence.

With help from an extraordinary companion, she flees, barely a step ahead of those who pursue her.

Zoë’s odyssey, spanning multiple countries and years, challenges every perception of reality she has ever known, and she is brought face to face…

With the most important question of all.

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Swimming is the recipient of an IndieBRAG Medallion and an honorable mention in the 2023 31st Annual Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards.

“The writing is lyrical,” the judge at Writer’s Digest said. “Gorgeous descriptions of people and places, strong verbs, excellent word choices. She has the perfect voice for fantasy.”

“This was a beautifully written book,” said the judge at IndieBrag. “Usually, I write a rather in-depth critique of books in order to give the author some worthwhile feedback, but in this case, I find myself unable to offer anything of value! A very good story, well told. One could feel the innocence, confusion, and love of the young child. I found myself fearful for her as I wasn’t sure what was being prepared for her character. The plot twists were well executed, and the author kept them close, not revealing much until the very moment. The fact that I had not read the previous books didn’t seem to impact my understanding of this book at all. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys fantasy, adventure, and action. The character development was deliberate and deep. I found myself totally caught up in the story and was disappointed to see it end. I highly recommend this book.”

Click HERE to read pre-publication arc reviews of Swimming in the Rainbow.

When the Moon Whispers (First & Second Chronicle) is LIVE! April 8, 2022

 

Cover to the First Chronicle

Ageless, changeless Athene finally deems her child ready to fight for the future of humanity. The year-god’s daughter has reached the seventh labyrinth, the final circle promised by Athene 4000 years ago.

All her past incarnations return to her consciousness.

I invite you to view the book trailer for When the Moon Whispers on Youtube.

I have other book trailers there too, at Stories by Lochlann.

This story is big, so I split the paperbacks into two books, or Chronicles.

The digital version, however, is complete in one file. It contains both parts.

Cover to the Second Chronicle, Book Eight

Reviews for Swimming in the Rainbow

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Here are some reviews Swimming in the Rainbow has garnered from readers:

“The writing here is dreamily beautiful; I am reminded of Patricia A McKillip’s marvelous book The Forgotten Beasts of Eld.”      Miz Ellen

“Swimming in the Rainbow is poetic prose at its best.”      Elise Abram

“Rebecca Lochlann’s Swimming in the Rainbow is among the most beautifully written novels I’ve ever encountered. The content lives up to the magic of the name.”      Dora McAlpin

“The lively imagination and intelligence of the girl with a backdrop to the darker events around her reminded me of the deliciously dark tale of Pan’s Labyrinth.”         Jarucia Jaycox Nirula

“This is so wonderful I’ll have very little to say about it, I’m afraid. It reminds me of Cornelia Funke, but darker and more mature. Unconventional, sure, but organically unusual, not contrived to impress or shock. I can’t pick out anything to praise in particular, because it’s all praiseworthy. Truly original ideas, beautifully executed. Some readers might not get it, but those who do will treasure the experience. Five stars, unreservedly.”      Leah Davidson

“What appears to be an effortless flow of detail, imagery, and pathos captivated me from the start. Engaged by the author’s romantic writing, lyrical flow, and emotionally-packed action, I was brought in close to the empathetic characters and primed for the tragic loss, which I felt intensely. I was hypnotized by the writing. Here, the author describes the moons: “How shyly our heavenly orbs moved, like two bright and wonderful girls chasing each other, believing themselves hidden, but, drifting behind the trees as they did, they merely accentuated their presence.” How desperate the last scene, how tragic the loss of a dear friend. “I felt that Teófilo himself caused the wind to flutter those yellow leaves in farewell.” The sadness lingers even after the excerpt is done. Bravo!”   Ann Keeling