Tamiko and the Two Janitors

Amaranthine Saga Series, Book 3

By: Forthright

Narrated by: Travis Baldree

Length: 10 hrs and 59 mins

Publisher's summary

In doing her part for world peace, she puts one crosser's whole world at risk.

Conspiracy theories, werewolf scares, and protest rallies have hampered the peace process in America, where social and political unrest keep most Amaranthine from declaring themselves. Those not in seclusion rely heavily on illusion to mask their true nature.

As the newly appointed principal of a small elementary school, Tamiko Reaverson is doing her part for world peace. She rallies her community's support and applies for Hisoka Twineshaft's school revitalization project, which will bring Amaranthine to her hometown. Little does Tami realize that Fletching was founded by one of the oldest and largest urban enclaves in the United States. And two of her staunchest supporters—janitors at her school—share a secret neither wants exposed.

©2019 Forthright (P)2019 Tantor

Still good

It’s not expressly stated how much time has passed since the previous book, but I reckon it’s been 2 years. There are oblique references to some of the characters that were introduced in book 2, but since I really wanted to get more info on Tenma, I found this frustrating. This frustration is the reason for my reduced Story rating. Along with my concern that the pattern will continue and I won’t get more information on …a secondary storyline from this book.

I checked the other series set in this world, but there were no indications of follow ups on my favorite characters. Not that I don’t like Argent, cause I totally do.

Setting that aside, this book advances the overarching story and enriches the world. It introduces the term Kith kin and further explores the experience of Crossers. We also get more on tree kin.

At long last!

So glad it's finally out! great story and a great follow up to the first two books. Can't wait for book 4!!

Perfection

Deep themes flow beneath the beauty and light. The writing, and the narration, is heart-filling; a warm hug. These books are a dream, and a GIFT. Indescribably rich and gorgeous. Just an infusion of love into the world.

can't wait for next in series!!!

i haven't been so attached to a series in a while. i hope there will be many more to come!!!!!!!!

My heartstrings

This story tugged at my heartstrings and beautifully brought the first two books in. I couldn't "put it down" so to speak. The narrating is also so well done and compliments the story well!

More Amaranthine charm

Tamiko “Tammy” Reaverson is the new Principal at Landmark Elementary and is excited to be included in the new initiative to bring Amaranthine into schools. She didn’t expect to find her love at school with his ladder and secrets. Tammy soon has a major secret when a Tree-kin takes up residence at Red Gate Farm.
Tammy’s twin Joe has to adjust to her changes, then soon has secrets of his own.
Melissa Armstrong comes to Archer to live with her Reaverson cousins while going to Bellweather College. She was sent to check if her cousins are unregistered Reavers, and to protect them. Melissa’s lifelong, driving desire to be chosen by a Wolf Kithkin looks hopeless until she applies for a job at a coffee shop and finds herself adopted by the local pack.
I really enjoy the tree twin; the creation of the compound; and the wards and sigils.
I really like this series and will continue to follow it - I’ve purchased both ebook and audio copies - but this entry isn’t as strong as the first two. It works for me up to publicizing their own courtship and wedding, as Amaranthine are in hiding in the U.S. It feels like there’s a step or two missing in the progression from the announcement of the Amaranthine to this new plan.
Forthright has a way of creating charming and likable characters. She has a very civilized, polite and warm sensibility that comes through in her writing, and it’s extremely appealing.
The narration is handled well by Baldree.
4 stars = it’s great per Audible