Lindsay and Amber Kellen yearn to escape from the secluded life imposed by their domineering father, Jonas Kellen, a brilliant scientist. Since their birth they have resided on Earth A-2, an alternative dimension where they have been "called" to cleanse infected words-their father's words. When they were 4 and 6, their mother died under unexplained circumstances. Their efforts at attending real schools, finding friendships and outside interests are all thwarted by their father who has trained them to work on the Kellen Project since babyhood. As both women begin to question the validity of their work, they are torn between leaving the program and caring for their father who is descending into alcoholism and madness. Their choices are limited when Amber's love, Malik, is killed in the destruction of his planet and Lindsay is lost during a quantum jump. Suddenly, Amber is thrust into a strong leadership role, as she seeks to locate her sister, while carrying hatred toward her father whom she blames for Malik's death. Meantime, Lindsay faces death in a fierce blizzard, uncertain why her family can't seem to locate her with their sophisticated scientific devices. Although she is rescued by a darkly mysterious man, Ronan, she soon learns that he is bent on avenging the death of his father and wife. She is stuck in a primitive world with an old woman and child and is unable to control the situation. In spite of her reservations, she finds herself attracted to the complicated man. Amber finds no help from her uncle, Trevor, her aunt, or cousin in locating her sister. Jonas blames Trevor for the loss of LIndsay and Trevor makes plans to leave the program. Amber has no other resources to rely on, except the Super Computer Kellen. Is he friend or foe? Is he capable of understanding and aligning with human emotions? After all, he was programmed as an image of their father. As her father unravels even further, Amber learns she is pregnant. She must flee the home and program for the safety of herself and her child, even if that means deserting her sister. But will her father let her leave or will he hold her hostage to his own entangled delusions? I have written most of my life. While still a pre-schooler, I once got in trouble for scribbling in the back of a book. I continued writing throughout school, working on high school and college newspapers, and eventually getting a BA in journalism and creative writing. I have worked as a newspaper writer and editor, as well as a variety of other jobs, such as a substitute teacher, college instructor, and even an Avon saleslady. Currently I hold two master degrees and am a Licensed Professional Counseler and Licensed Addictions Counselor, and have worked in a private prison. Currently I work for a community health clinic as a Behavioral Health Therapist. I love to read, favorites being Tony Hillerman, Henning Mankill and Patrick Taylor, as well as Steve Barry. I love music, current favorites being Celtic Thunder and Josh Groban. My pride and joy are my four children and five grandchildren. I reside in Southeast Colorado, where I continue to write. My current burning desire is a trip to Ireland. Special thank you to my sister, Sandy, for encouraging me to follow her path to Smashwords.
