The Way

Through a Field of Stars (Book 1 in the Through a Field of Stars trilogy)

By: Brian John Skillen

Narrated by: Lessa Lamb

Length: 12 hrs and 34 mins

Publisher's summary

There is a secret code of the Knights Templar on the Camino de Santiago....

Chasing her only hope of freedom, Princess Isabella of France is sent on a quest to find the Knight Templars' secret treasure. However, when she unlocks one of the seven hidden doors binding the treasure, Isabella unleashes an ancient terror - now she must decide to either follow orders or save the world from the one who sent her.

Isabella's quest leads her to love, friendship, and self-discovery, but if she's not careful, it could also lead to the destruction of the world. Will the wisdom Isabella learns on the Camino de Santiago be enough to save them all, or is it already too late?

If you like the adventure of Tolkien, the cipher-breaking mystery of Dan Brown, and the life-altering lessons of Paulo Coelho, then this action-packed spiritual adventure will leave you telling yourself, "Just one more minute."

All of the secret codes in the novel are based on the symbols, ruins, and other things the author saw on his own Caminos. If you walk the Camino de Santiago yourself and know where to look, you can still see all of these fascinating markings today.

• Eric Hoffer Award winner 2021 in the Spiritual Fiction category.
• Amazon number one best seller in several categories including Historical Medieval Fiction.

"Filled with excitement, intrigue, surprise, and mystery, the story is wonderfully woven and captivating. Pilgrim quests, secret codes, spiritual lessons, and forbidden love enliven the journey down the Camino De Santiago." (The USA Review of Books)

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2020 Brian John Skillen (P)2021 Brian John Skillen

Critic reviews

"This book is filled with fascinating historical facts and geographical tidbits. It offers a thrilling perspective to the hidden mysteries and romanticism of the Knights Templar from the vantage point of a young French princess who defies tradition and embarks on a quest to save the world from destruction at her father's directive. Filled with excitement, intrigue, surprise, and mystery, the story is wonderfully woven and captivating. Pilgrim quests, secret codes, and forbidden love enliven the journey down the Camino De Santiago." (The USA Review of Books)

"What this novel captures most brilliantly, the reason I personally could not put it down, is the essence of what the Camino de Santiago is.... It is the epitome of a journey, full of trials and growth. It is a strange calling to put one's body through the challenges and to emerge on the other side changed forever.... And The Way: Through a Field of Stars emulates that spirit perfectly. If you want an adventure, to travel and explore in a time where COVID-19 is putting a stop to just that, then read this book. Fall in love with the characters as you see them morph and grow as all do who walk the Camino." (Culture Honey Magazine)

Terrific story!

Pleasant and engaging historical fiction. The narrator’s accents and intonation brought the characters to life. I like that Etienne is probably North African. There was obviously a great deal of research done about the documented history, the mythology, and the Camino itself. It all blends nicely into the story.

Great story to listen to while training for Camino

This was so fun to listen to while doing my longs walks as I train for the Camino. The story was read perfectly by the narrator

Must read !

Take a journey to the European history! Immerse yourself in ancient Templar codes, political intrigue, Shadows from the past, love, loss, life, and death. Brian writes a compelling story and Lessa brings it all to life.

A trip back in time

I enjoyed being taken on the journey of this story. I can see a lot of of the personality of the author, and it makes me smile.

Can't wait for the next one!

This is a great start to a new series. It's has of magic, action, adventure and love. Once you start, you won't be able to put it down! The narrator Lessa Lamb did an excellent job. There are numerous characters, and each had a distinct voice. Creative and enjoyable story can't wait to see more from the author!

I received a free review copy and voluntarily left this review.

A Good Camino Story

Great performance. A good story that follows the Camino de Santiago. A story well done!