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Gretchen Marie
Gretchen Marie
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The BTGs: The Spiritual Psychic Medium

The BTGs: The Spiritual Psychic Medium

Isabella Dean was uprooted from her life north of Atlanta at the beginning of her senior year of high school after a tragic accident that killed her father. Her mother took her to live with her aunt, Linda, in Asheville, NC where she was welcomed immediately by the school bully. This encounter got Isabella immediately recognized by a group of girls who befriended her and took her in as one of their friends. As she adjusted to her new life, she continued to have to protect herself from the bully, Lucy Upshaw, and recover from a hidden brain injury sustained in the accident. While in the hospital, she died and returned changed and with gifts she had to learn to live with. She discovered along with her new friend, Amber Collins, that her house was haunted by a mysterious girl. She and Amber also rescued a group of girls from sex traffickers and helped the victims flee. She and her friends helped get them adopted by local families, but they also had to deal with the bigotry of some people who didn’t like that some of the girls were transgender and genetically modified by their assailants. Isabella, meanwhile, had to deal with her own problems with her mother and recover from her surgery while still being attacked by Lucy. This is just the beginning for these girls who learn how to fight ghosts and demons with the help of their Native American friend, Winona. They learn to use their talents to help others deal with things that go bump in night.
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Chapter: Chapter Twelve "Graduation"
The End of May was a time of celebration for the seniors at St. Bart’s, and Isabella was as excited as any of them. After Lucy made the attempt on her life, things at St. Bart’s changed radically. It was revealed that Lucy Upshaw was Mr. Stenson’s niece through his sister. Not many knew that Lucy’s mother was his sister because she was a drug addict for years, and the Stenson family disowned her except for him. As if this was not damning enough, every time Lucy got into trouble at school, Mr. Stenson went over the principal’s head and the head master’s office straight to the rector or even the bishop himself. Father Tom, the rector for years was taking bribes from Mr. Stenson in what amounted to several hundred thousand dollars to keep Lucy in school there and keep things quiet about Lucy’s mom. After Lucy’s attempt on Isabella’s life, there was nothing he could say, pay, or do to stop the police investigation that followed. Father Mark was involved because after he threw Mr. Stenson o
Last Updated: 2023-01-26
Chapter: Chapter Eleven "Not Everything Was Revealed"
Isabella and Joseph were on another date but with Kelly and Brent when a text message caught Isabella off guard. A nurse at the hospital got her number from Officer Cruz, and it was about one of the victims she rescued. After reading it twice, she put her phone down, and they all knew something was not right. “Sorry about that. I know it’s rude to text while on a date.” She looked upset. “What is it?” Kelly asked. “I just got a message from a nurse about one of the girls Amber and I rescued. She said it wasn’t urgent, but that they wanted me to visit her and see if I could help.” Joseph took her hand. “She needs the angel.” “Stop it.” Isabella blushed. “So, what are you going to do?” Kelly sipped more of her tea. “I guess I’ll be going there tomorrow.” “Which one is it?” Kelly asked another question looking at Brent and then back at Isabella. “Julecia Herrera but I don’t remember all of the girls. There are sixty-five after all.” Ke
Last Updated: 2023-01-26
Chapter: Chapter Ten "The Confrontation"
Winona was working when they arrived again. Isabella was not wearing her headpiece this time and was smiling at her new friend. She took her to the room to show her something. “What’s up with her?” Jessica asked. “Just wait.” Amber said. Isabella took off her wig and had Winona examine her scalp. The older woman looked around and then at her. “Yes, I see it.” “I guess I’m ready to have hair again. I was told it would come back when I could handle it, and I guess that is now. I was told that hair can be like antennae and really pull in those psychic senses.” “Yes, that is correct. That is why I don’t really cut my hair. You might be surprised how quickly yours grows back in. I had an interesting dream last night about it. I hope you like true auburn-colored hair?” Isabella smiled. “That would be wonderful.” “You can still wear your outfits. Your hair is going to grow in just fine.” “Good.” “You ready to tell everyone now?” “Yes
Last Updated: 2023-01-26
Chapter: Chapter Nine "Winter Break"
Asheville became a Christmas village right after Thanksgiving, and now Isabella could enjoy it. Her first day without school was not spent sleeping in. Instead, she was up early and on the phone with Amber. She wanted answers, and Joseph had to work full-time now to get enough money for tuition. Amber was at her doorstep only moments later with a few surprises. “I didn’t think everyone was going to tag along on this one.” Isabella welcomed the gang into her hallway and helped them with their coats. Even Katie was there holding onto Jessica for extra warmth. “So, what’s the plan?” Kelly asked. “There’s a store I want to go to. I did some quick searches about paranormal stuff, and there was a hit here in Asheville.” “What’s it called?” Jessica asked. “The Natural Path Store, it’s a Native American store across town, and I’ve wanted to go there for their tea anyway.” “They sell tea?” Amber asked. “Loose leaf.” Isabella smiled. “Well, let’s g
Last Updated: 2023-01-26
Chapter: Chapter Eight "Mary Ellen White"
Sunday school seemed redundant to Isabella since they went to a religion class every day during school, but she arrived earlier than usual for church. Amber insisted that she come to class and be a part of the group. She found herself a little lost since these classes were in the church and not in the school. Kelly saw her first and waved her over to a large wooden door with a number three on it and went inside with her. She saw Jessica talking with Ashley and waved and saw Amber along with a number of other juniors and seniors she recognized from school. Amber patted an empty chair next to her and sat down. A middle-aged man came into the classroom and looked at Isabella and let out a noticeable huff. “Who are you?” He was gruff. Isabella almost got up, but Amber grabbed her hand. She looked at him. “I’m Isabella Dean.” He looked her up and down. “So, you’re the one who rescued those girls with Amber?” “Yes.” She was curt and felt something was very off with hi
Last Updated: 2023-01-26
Chapter: Chapter Seven "From Darkness to Light"
As November took over the minds of the friends, rains took over the weather outside. The rescued girls were still living in the safe house in the mountains with guards and quiet surroundings, they were all welcomed as students at St. Barts. An anonymous donor paid for all of their tuition costs as well as their uniforms and books. Sister Margaret and Mrs. Simpson helped supply the girls with all the accessories for their uniforms, and with the help of Jessica and Michi, they were shown how to wear their new undergarments that they immediately fell in love with. It caused a bit of a sensation with a few of them as they began to enjoy how they looked and especially how they felt. Michi’s mother continued to contact her daughter letting her know when she booked a flight, and she also let them know roughly when she would arrive in Asheville. It was going to be a long set of layovers and setbacks before she would arrive. She sent updates almost hourly at some points as her nerves took
Last Updated: 2023-01-25
The Anointment

The Anointment

Yvayn is beginning his Anointment Journey now that he’s reached the age of manhood. As the son of the emperor, he must journey to the neighboring empire and meet his allies. Yvayn had lived a secluded life and now he is thrust upon the world in which his life is forever changed by events foretold in forgotten prophecies that were buried by former clan leaders and religious zealots. His world comes crashing down around him as events unfold from evil machinations that begin to destroy his world around him. Yvayn also finds himself lost and wandering into the lands of his mother and befriends his relatives under a new name. He confronts bias and judgements against him by protecting his family from a hostile lion then befriends a lost and injured wizard and decides to take him back to his home. Meanwhile Yvayn’s guardian tries to find Yvayn. Termas decides to return home when he befriends a young girl named Cai. He returns to the capital city and begins to build an army to defend the city from the evil forces that are quickly coming. He follows them into one massive battle where everything seems to fall apart from an even larger enemy. He has to fight against old clan enemies as well as religious zealots to try to keep control all while admitting that he lost Yvayn somewhere on his Anointment Journey. This is just book one of three.
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Chapter: Appendix 1 and Appendix 2
Appendix 1 Clans at the Time of The Gathering*Ancient Clan Clan Leader LocationTorac Toran* Fëornir Cathar" Tared* Sacio (Myllyof’s brother) Myrmidar" Tyr Börnir DanlòsM’charon M’chuin* Toor Elear" M’char* Kéman Darnir" M’chak Owan SòlasVerion Veron Bouron Velara" Viraghon Menyr Ankar" V’ron Lucôs MenlenarGordar Goran Kelar Nolor" Gratar Dasea IV Nesmenia" Gor Eron Manar" Gronan Menrath III Nezea
Last Updated: 2023-05-05
Chapter: Chapter 22 "Burying the Dead"
By sunset, Termâs had searched most of the battlefield and had found no survivors. He started lining up bodies in rows for burial. He still did not know how he would bury all the dead as he stopped a moment and took a long look around. Twilight was settling in and the shadows were long on the field. His heart sank. His moment of reflection was interrupted by the sound of footsteps. Termâs fell to the ground and got next to a corpse. The footsteps got louder and came over the hill. They seemed to stop just behind him. It sounded like several people, but he could not tell if they were friends or foes. He turned his head slightly and opened one eye. He could not see who it was or what it was. His heart was racing when he heard a voice. “Who laid out the bodies?” “I don’t know. I see no one alive.” Termâs thought he recognized one of the voices, but he could not be certain with his heart thumping so loudly. The two people moved again and were closer to him, but dark
Last Updated: 2023-05-04
Chapter: Chapter 21 “Battle of the Fire Würm”
On the ninth day of the siege of Ver Nooy, a messenger approached Termâs with some hopeful news. The message came from Gerdar, the capital of Lodor. “Termâs, sir.” “Yes?” “My name is Pyllar.” “Go ahead and speak, Pyllar.” Termâs was seated near a low fire, as were many others, wondering what to do. “Julla and Hélarion are on their way north with an army gathered from the far reaches of southern Menia. They will arrive here tomorrow.” Pyllar stood waiting for some kind of response from the young guard. There was none at first, just a blank stare. “That is good news.” Sacio nearly shouted. “Don’t you think so, Termâs?” Termâs was staring at the charred city. Evidently, the mountain trolls were standing guard on the South wall. “Look, Termâs,” Sacio continued, “we’ve stopped them here in Ver Nooy.” “Have we?” “It seems so.” “I am not convinced yet.” “Don’t they usually keep moving on?” “Yes…but Ver Nooy is a large city. The
Last Updated: 2023-04-30
Chapter: Chapter 20 "The Holy City"
The cold of night settled over Careath, and the air was especially frigid. A strong northwest wind blew leaves in the empty streets. A fire was crackling and popping in the great hall. Servants were bringing food to the tables of weary men who showed the face of battle. “Where are Termâs and Cai?” Saron sat down and looked at their empty spots. “They will be here soon.” Mia grinned. “Sorry, we’re late.” The two young ones came scampering in and sat down at the table out of breath. “Good to see you in one piece.” “Oh, hello, Erwaith. How are you?” “Good, and you?” He looked at Cai and grinned. “Fine…just fine.” As they talked, food and drink were served. Termâs stood up and rolled out several old maps. “We must go by land and sea.” “How?” Sacio was still dipping his bread in his wine. “We discussed this earlier…remember? You and I must follow the beasts and Erwaith can lead the others by sea to Ver Nooy. “I know, but what if t
Last Updated: 2023-04-26
Chapter: Chapter 19 "At the North Gate"
Mia was seated quietly in her chamber praying to herself. She found it was the one thing that brought comfort to her aching mind. She was interrupted by a knock at her door. “Who is it?” “Sorry to disturb you, my lady, but I have brought someone you should meet.” “Well, come in, my dear Enor.” Enor presented himself and then motioned for Lyora to enter the chamber. Mia turned around and stood up. Her black cloak hid her face. “Good morning to you, Enor. I should not be so rude.” “Good morning to you, my lady.” “Who is this young girl you have brought here today?” “You know I am not one for long introductions.” “Yes…” “Let me present to you, your daughter-in-law, Lyora.” The grieving widow froze in her steps. Enor stepped back as Lyora walked slowly forward. The young empress bowed deep and confident. She too was dressed in black. “It is a pleasure to meet you, Mia, of the house of Ivlar.” Mia looked at the young girl, then a
Last Updated: 2023-04-21
Chapter: Chapter 18 "The Gathering"
A familiar glow of sunrise began to creep into the eastern windows of the hall. From his bed Termâs found himself looking toward the ocean listening to the ebb and flow of the relentless waves. Suddenly he began to realize why Yvayn so often sat by the sea. The soothing effect of the Plenar’s waves relaxed his troubled mind. While Careath slept, the ocean was easy to hear, as was the rush of wind over the waves. The view out of the south windows of the palace was impressive, but he had never before taken time to notice. The marble floor of the great hall was damp from the evening’s heavy dew. Servants had not yet awakened to wipe it clean for the day’s events. Stars were fading from sight. One remained clear over the open waters. Morning birds began to sing loudly as they searched for morsels of food. Hundreds of them flocked into the courtyard behind the palace. Morning glories were still blooming in the chilled air. The first frost had not yet come to Careath, but the cool
Last Updated: 2023-04-17
The Strange Case of Mary Rookes: The BTGs Case Two

The Strange Case of Mary Rookes: The BTGs Case Two

The BTGs hardly get their feet wet in life as graduates before they are summoned once again for a new case. New love shows up for some. I can't believe what I'm being told. Why am I here? Each character goes through their own growth, but life is never predictable. Why does history repeat itself? Such anger, such hatred, is she really gone? You will have to read it to find out in my latest book.
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Chapter: Chapter Twelve "Another Video"
Cindy was still daydreaming about her date when her phone started to buzz like crazy. She knew who it was and tried to ignore it, but it would not stop. She was trying to get ready for church and was wondering what to wear. Just before she kissed Neberu goodnight, she invited him to meet her at church to come and meet her friends and talk. She decided to wear a red and green plaid flannel dress to stay warm along with a black nearly full body outfit under it with a type of turtleneck rather than a hood. She was still adjusting it when her phone went off again. She had not even gotten her dress on when she grabbed it to make it stop. It was not Kelly or even Amber. It was Winona. “I have another video I need everyone to see. I know you are going to church. Please message me ASAP so we can meet and discuss. Later…W.” Cindy put her phone down and looked at herself in the mirror with a quick approving smile. She made a few more adjustments to her new outfit making sure her
Last Updated: 2023-02-17
Chapter: Chapter Eleven "A Stunning Development"
As Julecia, Isabella’s stepsister grew comfortable, she began to love running with the other girls and boys around town. The group split up a bit as they matured, but Julecia remained with Leticia and Elizabetha as close friends. They also liked to jog and work out, but Julecia also started doing Martial Arts after seeing and hearing about what Isabella had done. It piqued her curiosity to the point that she joined a small studio in town where she could be herself and learn to protect herself especially after what happened at the courthouse. While it required her to be barefoot, she found a way of adapting to those rules while remaining in some of her attire hidden away under her robes. Her teacher allowed this knowing about her situation and came to see that Julecia was a very dedicated student and hard worker. Her English skills continued to improve and she became a great informer to the police, FBI, and even later, the military about what happened to her while she was bas
Last Updated: 2023-02-13
Chapter: Chapter Ten "A New Chapter on Life"
When they arrived back in Asheville, needless to say, there were a ton of questions that needed to be answered, but the five of them wanted to rest and return to normal life. Well, one of them could not return to normal life…make that two of them… Cindy Henderson had to go to the hospital for an examination. She did not need stitches, but the doctors did try to glue her scar up as best they could. No one, and I mean no one in the hospital, could explain how her eye turned from blue to brown. She did talk about being struck by lightning that went through her head via her left eye and exited out of her vagina and into the tree. She said it shot off her boots into the water and burned off the bottom of her tights in the process. She said it all happened in a matter of seconds. She did not tell them about what happened in that second which was a long vison and conversation with the real Mary before she got angry. It was in that conversation that Mary gave over to Cindy all of her kno
Last Updated: 2023-02-11
Chapter: Chapter Nine "The Tempest"
Jessica woke up and felt Katie facing her with a firm grip on her appendage with both of her hands. From her breathing, she assumed she was awake. She realized she woke up feeling Katie stroking it gently with her hands like a fascinated girl. “You awake?” Jessica whispered. “I have been for a long time. I’m sorry you woke up. I was enjoying this.” “I can tell.” Katie sighed and rolled on her back. Jessica thought a moment. “Are you…” Katie reached back and started to pull on Jessica. “I need you.” Jessica rolled around on top of her and kissed her lips through the nylon layer. She felt Katie’s warm breath on her lips and was even more aroused than before. Katie did some of the work and got Jessica inside of her using the attached sleeve. “But…” “Sh…trust me.” Katie slid herself down some. Jessica was worried she would hurt her, but Katie put her arms around her and pulled her closer. Then she put her legs around her and pulled her down f
Last Updated: 2023-02-09
Chapter: Chapter Eight "Fall Break"
Amber realized as fall break was approaching that she had two extra days of vacation she did not know about. It was a misunderstanding of her schedule. Her professors cancelled class on Friday, and she did not have any Thursday classes anyway. That gave her six days to go to the coast and deal with the pending case. She texted Jessica, Cindy, and Winona and they were in the same situation. Cindy had already asked for Thursday and Friday off so she could rest, but she was ready to go early with the rest of them. Katie was ready to go as well since she was home schooled by her mother. Isabella agreed to keep the shop open while they were gone and man the phones. She was upset about not going, but she understood why she had to remain behind. She was still having issues with her head, but they were becoming fewer and farther apart. Maria, Oganya, and Kathryn wanted to spend time with them, but they realized they had to work. Maria did agree to go to the shop and visit Isabella
Last Updated: 2023-02-08
Chapter: Chapter Seven "A New Chapter in Life"
Amber picked up Isabella and Jessica to go to the ice cream social. Joseph was already there working one of the booths and waiting on them. They could not believe how many people were there milling around throwing frisbees or playing flag football. Lots of sweaty bodies were flying around the place as the three overly dressed friends stepped out and looked at each other. “So, do we can the skirts and dawn the shorts and bare legs?” Amber asked. Jessica looked at her. “Ah…no. I’m not going bare legged to anything even if it’s a hundred degrees out here. My three legs are staying covered.” Amber and Isabella looked at her and laughed. “Yeah…three legs is right.” Amber pretended to hit her on her shoulder. Amber used her dad’s pass to park near the Office of Admissions. They made their way across the short but hot parking lot to the quadrangle and saw the booths set up with ice cream. Isabella looked around. “Where’s Joseph supposed to be?” “Text him and find out
Last Updated: 2023-02-07
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